Elon Musk's X Launches X Numbers for Private Messaging and Calls on XChat
Elon Musk's X platform has introduced X Numbers, a feature allowing users to share a private eight-digit code to receive messages and calls on XChat without revealing personal phone numbers or requiring mutual follows. This optional feature directs messages to the main inbox, bypassing message requests, and supports audio and video calls based on user settings. Users can enable, share, refresh, or disable their X Number, which complements existing messaging options and aims to enhance privacy and control over contacts.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 35/100.
Outlets measured: economictimes, moneycontrol. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 23 Sept, 05:56 am. Other outlets followed.