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Billy Markus Slams X Algorithm as a "Failure" in Blunt Exchange With Elon Musk
On February 12, 2026, Dogecoin co-founder Billy Markus (known as @BillyM2k or Shibetoshi Nakamoto) delivered a harsh critique of the X (formerly Twitter) algorithm, labeling any system that fails to prioritize followers' content as a "failure".
The Exchange
The confrontation began when Markus expressed he "really hates" the current X algorithm. Elon Musk acknowledged the dissatisfaction, stating that he also dislikes the current state and is working to improve it. Markus responded with a blunt standard for social media platforms:
Follower Priority: Markus argued that a social app should primarily show your content to your followers and show you content from accounts you actually follow.
Verdict of Failure: He added that any algorithm failing to meet this basic norm is a failure.
Context of Ongoing Friction
This 2026 exchange follows a pattern of criticism from Markus regarding X's development under Musk's ownership:
Political Tilt: In March 2025, Markus expressed frustration with the platform's "political tilt," describing politics as a "true cancer" that ruins everything.
Neglect of Creators: He previously stated that creator tools on the platform had been "completely ignored," prompting Musk to publicly invite Markus to "help build" those tools himself.
Historical Contrast
While Markus has maintained a complicated relationship with Musk, the other Dogecoin co-founder, Jackson Palmer, has historically been more openly hostile. Palmer famously labeled Musk a "grifter" in 2022 and questioned his coding abilities, leading to a public feud where Musk called Palmer’s code "useless" and referred to him as a "tool".
As of February 13, 2026, Dogecoin (DOGE) was trading at approximately $0.1659.
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On February 12, 2026, Dogecoin co-founder Billy Markus (known as @BillyM2k or Shibetoshi Nakamoto) delivered a harsh critique of the X (formerly Twitter) algorithm, labeling any system that fails to prioritize followers' content as a "failure".
The Exchange
The confrontation began when Markus expressed he "really hates" the current X algorithm. Elon Musk acknowledged the dissatisfaction, stating that he also dislikes the current state and is working to improve it. Markus responded with a blunt standard for social media platforms:
Follower Priority: Markus argued that a social app should primarily show your content to your followers and show you content from accounts you actually follow.
Verdict of Failure: He added that any algorithm failing to meet this basic norm is a failure.
Context of Ongoing Friction
This 2026 exchange follows a pattern of criticism from Markus regarding X's development under Musk's ownership:
Political Tilt: In March 2025, Markus expressed frustration with the platform's "political tilt," describing politics as a "true cancer" that ruins everything.
Neglect of Creators: He previously stated that creator tools on the platform had been "completely ignored," prompting Musk to publicly invite Markus to "help build" those tools himself.
Historical Contrast
While Markus has maintained a complicated relationship with Musk, the other Dogecoin co-founder, Jackson Palmer, has historically been more openly hostile. Palmer famously labeled Musk a "grifter" in 2022 and questioned his coding abilities, leading to a public feud where Musk called Palmer’s code "useless" and referred to him as a "tool".
As of February 13, 2026, Dogecoin (DOGE) was trading at approximately $0.1659.
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🚨 X ALGORITHM SHAKESHIFT IMMINENT! ELON DROPS TRUTH BOMB!
$SOL narrative flow on Crypto Twitter is about to get wild. Algorithm fixes are deploying NOW, meaning engagement metrics could swing hard. Watch the shifts closely.
This is live transparency from Musk himself. Prepare for narrative turbulence across the board.
#CryptoTwitter #XAlgorithm #MarketShift 🚀
$SOL narrative flow on Crypto Twitter is about to get wild. Algorithm fixes are deploying NOW, meaning engagement metrics could swing hard. Watch the shifts closely.
This is live transparency from Musk himself. Prepare for narrative turbulence across the board.
#CryptoTwitter #XAlgorithm #MarketShift 🚀
🚨 ELON’S X ALGORITHM IS DUMB! 🚨
Elon Musk admitted the open-sourced X algorithm is failing hard after massive user backlash regarding reach and content quality. This is a huge structural admission.
The system is now running on the same transformer architecture as Grok by xAI. Remember the chaos around Grok’s image misuse? That’s now hitting X. Regulatory eyes are definitely watching this closely.
Watch $DOGE and $IO closely as platform stability concerns rise. $VIRTUAL implications are massive.
#CryptoNews #ElonMusk #XAlgorithm #SocialMedia #DegenerateTrading 📉
Elon Musk admitted the open-sourced X algorithm is failing hard after massive user backlash regarding reach and content quality. This is a huge structural admission.
The system is now running on the same transformer architecture as Grok by xAI. Remember the chaos around Grok’s image misuse? That’s now hitting X. Regulatory eyes are definitely watching this closely.
Watch $DOGE and $IO closely as platform stability concerns rise. $VIRTUAL implications are massive.
#CryptoNews #ElonMusk #XAlgorithm #SocialMedia #DegenerateTrading 📉
🚨 ELON'S ALGORITHM IS DUMB! MASSIVE X FAILURE CONFIRMED! 🚨
Elon Musk admitted the open-sourced X algorithm is "dumb" and requires major overhauls following severe user backlash regarding plummeting reach and content degradation. This is huge for the narrative.
The new system is reportedly using the same transformer architecture as Grok by xAI. Remember the chaos around Grok's image misuse? Regulatory scrutiny is heating up globally. Watch how this impacts $DOGE sentiment.
#CryptoNews #XAlgorithm #ElonMusk #DOGE 📉
Elon Musk admitted the open-sourced X algorithm is "dumb" and requires major overhauls following severe user backlash regarding plummeting reach and content degradation. This is huge for the narrative.
The new system is reportedly using the same transformer architecture as Grok by xAI. Remember the chaos around Grok's image misuse? Regulatory scrutiny is heating up globally. Watch how this impacts $DOGE sentiment.
#CryptoNews #XAlgorithm #ElonMusk #DOGE 📉
اقرأوا المقال، مو عبث إن أخبار بينانس نشرت عن خوارزمية تويتر (X). الموضوع مهم لأن الخوارزمية هي اللي تحدد مين يوصل ومين يختفي، سواء كنت صانع محتوى أو مشروع كريبتو. تويتر اليوم يعتمد على مسارين: محتوى من اللي نتابعهم ومحتوى يُقترح من خارج دائرتنا، والتفاعل خصوصًا الردود صار أهم من عدد المتابعين. فهم هذا الشي يعطيك أفضلية حقيقية في الانتشار، ولهذا بينانس ركزت عليه.
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Understanding Twitter's Algorithm: Key Insights and Implications
0xTodd posted on X. Elon Musk has fulfilled his promise to open-source Twitter's algorithm, providing users with insights into how content is curated and displayed on the platform. This move allows users to better understand what content they are likely to see and how they can effectively express their viewpoints to reach a wider audience.
The algorithm introduces two key concepts: 'Thunder,' representing accounts a user follows, and 'Phoenix Retrieval,' encompassing all Twitter content, including accounts not followed by the user. Additionally, each user has a hidden 'Grok' assistant that predicts engagement with posts and determines whether to display content from Thunder or Phoenix Retrieval.
Twitter's algorithm has evolved from hard-coded rules to a more dynamic system. For instance, in 2023, posts with videos were scored higher, while those with links were penalized. Now, the scoring is less mechanical, focusing on user preferences.
Several overlooked rules impact content visibility. An invisible reputation score, ranging from -128 to +100, is assigned to each user. New accounts start with a low score, limiting their content's reach until they interact positively with high-reputation users. Engaging with low-quality accounts can negatively affect one's score.
The algorithm also addresses 'topic fatigue,' reducing the ranking of multiple posts from the same author within a short period. Repetitive content on popular topics is penalized, encouraging timely posting.
Negative feedback, such as muting or blocking, carries more weight than positive interactions like likes. Extreme behavior can lead to reduced visibility, as one block can outweigh numerous loyal followers.
Verified accounts (Blue V) are favored in the algorithm, making it easier for their content to be retrieved by Phoenix Retrieval. Unverified accounts struggle to reach the initial candidate pool unless their engagement grows rapidly.
Other factors include dwell time, which adds points even if users don't interact with posts, and candidate isolation, where each tweet is evaluated independently. The algorithm avoids recommending repetitive or outdated content and emphasizes the importance of video completion rates.
These insights provide a deeper understanding of Twitter's algorithm, inviting further discussion and exploration.
The algorithm introduces two key concepts: 'Thunder,' representing accounts a user follows, and 'Phoenix Retrieval,' encompassing all Twitter content, including accounts not followed by the user. Additionally, each user has a hidden 'Grok' assistant that predicts engagement with posts and determines whether to display content from Thunder or Phoenix Retrieval.
Twitter's algorithm has evolved from hard-coded rules to a more dynamic system. For instance, in 2023, posts with videos were scored higher, while those with links were penalized. Now, the scoring is less mechanical, focusing on user preferences.
Several overlooked rules impact content visibility. An invisible reputation score, ranging from -128 to +100, is assigned to each user. New accounts start with a low score, limiting their content's reach until they interact positively with high-reputation users. Engaging with low-quality accounts can negatively affect one's score.
The algorithm also addresses 'topic fatigue,' reducing the ranking of multiple posts from the same author within a short period. Repetitive content on popular topics is penalized, encouraging timely posting.
Negative feedback, such as muting or blocking, carries more weight than positive interactions like likes. Extreme behavior can lead to reduced visibility, as one block can outweigh numerous loyal followers.
Verified accounts (Blue V) are favored in the algorithm, making it easier for their content to be retrieved by Phoenix Retrieval. Unverified accounts struggle to reach the initial candidate pool unless their engagement grows rapidly.
Other factors include dwell time, which adds points even if users don't interact with posts, and candidate isolation, where each tweet is evaluated independently. The algorithm avoids recommending repetitive or outdated content and emphasizes the importance of video completion rates.
These insights provide a deeper understanding of Twitter's algorithm, inviting further discussion and exploration.
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