X Expands Transparency Tool to Show Government-Restricted Post Visibility
X, formerly Twitter, is expanding its 'Under the Hood' transparency tool to inform users when their posts or accounts have reduced visibility due to compliance with local government laws. The update allows eligible users to download reports showing if and where posts were restricted, including the specific country involved. This aims to address concerns about 'shadow banning' by providing clearer insights into content moderation linked to legal demands. Access requires accounts to meet activity criteria, such as posting at least 10 times in the relevant period.
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 (55/100). Lens Score 44/100.
Outlets measured: news18, indiatoday. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 22 Sept, 06:53 am. Other outlets followed.
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