Twitter Rebrand X Logo: Elon Musk's Radical Rebranding Replaces Twitter's Iconic Bird Logo with X

In a bold and unexpected move, Elon Musk, the owner of Twitter, has taken the social media world by storm with a radical rebranding initiative. The iconic blue bird logo that Twitter has been synonymous with for over a decade is no more. Instead, Musk has introduced a simple yet powerful symbol - the letter X.

Twitter Rebrand X Logo

The announcement of this major change came as a shock to Twitter users and the wider online community. On a Sunday morning, Musk shared his plans with the world and, by Monday morning, Twitter's website was already sporting the new X logo. 

Musk's tweet stated, "Interim X logo goes live later today," followed by an image of Twitter's headquarters illuminated by the giant new X. The blue bird, which has been an integral part of the Twitter brand, has been bid adieu by Musk, as he takes the platform in a fresh and uncharted direction.

Twitter's Diminishing Ad Revenue, mass layoffs and controversial policy shifts

This rebranding could be seen as a strategic "Hail Mary" for the company, especially in light of recent financial challenges. Musk has been vocal about Twitter's diminishing ad revenue and the looming threat of bankruptcy. 

Moreover, the emergence of rival social media platform Threads, from Facebook's parent company Meta, added even more pressure to Twitter's already precarious situation. However, with this rebranding move, Musk is determined to steer Twitter into a new era and reignite its relevance in the fast-paced digital landscape.

Elon Musk's involvement with Twitter dates back to October 2022 when he took the company private in a deal worth $44 billion. Since then, he has implemented significant changes, including mass layoffs and controversial policy shifts. 

These moves have drawn criticism from various organizations, such as the Anti-Defamation League, Free Press, and GLAAD, who have urged brands to reconsider advertising on the platform due to concerns about the impact of the layoffs on Twitter's election-integrity policies.

While Musk was once celebrated for his innovative efforts with companies like SpaceX and Tesla, his eccentric and often controversial remarks on his personal Twitter account have made him a frequent subject of headlines. 

Now, he aims to reshape Twitter's image, leaving behind the baggage of the past and embracing a new identity represented by the letter X.

Twitterverse to X-verse

As the Twitterverse adapts to this significant change, opinions are divided. Some users have expressed excitement about the rebranding, viewing it as a symbol of a fresh start for the platform. 

Others wonder if they will continue to refer to the platform as "Twitter" or if the X will give rise to a new name altogether.

Only time will tell how successful this daring rebranding move will be for Twitter. Elon Musk's vision for the platform's future is riding on this pivotal transformation. With the iconic blue bird replaced by the powerful X, Twitter's evolution marks a defining moment in the platform's history. As users and observers watch closely, the Twitterverse is being reinvented in front of our very eyes.

Australian Navy Dancers Twerk at commissioning of new ship

Australian navy top brass treated to 'inappropriate' twerking dances at ship naming ceremony. The Navy Dancers twerking were a bit of fun for the stone-faced delegates. The scene was fun and enjoyable and that was why it was trending. 

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PNG Vs Australian Navy Twerking

Back in PNG, just last week, the former Miss PNG caused an uproar in PNG Social Media, especially Facebook, for twerking. Miss PNG twerking was a bit of fun during the 'lockdown' in Port Moresby.

The uproar in Social Media in PNG and Main Stream media in Australia following the dancers twerking video shows that many people see twerking as inappropriate.

The video capture by ABC News was reported to have been doctored. ABC recently apologised to the dancers.

ABC apologises for Australian navy ship twerking video after dancers allege ‘deceptive editing’ [The Guardian]

Here are what some response from the general public about the Australian Navy Dancers Dancers twerking.

"I think standards have failed and so I think obviously [the] defence will look at these matters and make what changes they wish to in the future. I will leave that to them. It is disappointing that Australians were so misled on that issue." Scott Morrison, Australian PM

 "We don’t tell young women enough is enough. Young men doing burnouts, fighting, wolf-whistling. Jumped on. Young women twerking, debasing culture, well that’s terrific. Can’t put limits on girls, that would be like Hitler or my dad or something." (Twitter post/Name withheld)

"Sorry. Not appropriate. Doesn't matter who the girls are, this is not appropriate. At a time when we are promoting the rights of women to not be objectified, there are other dance moves that would be fun and equally energetic." (Twitter post, name withheld)