Archive · 21 Sep 2026
X Sues Users Over Alleged Engagement Manipulation for Revenue
X says some users may have tried to make money by pretending that posts were more popular than they really were.
Three accounts allegedly posted short, positive comments to make activity look real.
Examples of those comments included “Legend,” “Massive,” and “Bullish.”
X shares creator revenue based on engagement.
That means more activity can lead to more money.
The alleged fake comments may therefore have been used to increase payments.
The accounts reportedly drew attention because their names and financial details did not match.
X is suing over the alleged manipulation, but the claims described here are allegations.
X is suing users accused of manipulating engagement to earn more money.
Three accounts allegedly existed only to post replies such as “Legend,” “Massive,” and “Bullish.”
X’s Creator Revenue Sharing Programme bases payments on engagement.
The alleged scheme involved fake urgency and applause intended to generate real payouts.
The accounts were reportedly linked through mismatched payment, bank, and email details involving Stefan Mann and Vivek Kumar Sen.
- Who
- X and users associated with accounts allegedly involved in engagement manipulation.
- What
- X is suing over alleged efforts to create fake engagement and earn revenue through its Creator Revenue Sharing Programme.
- When
- Not specified in the article.
- Where
- Not specified in the article.
- Why
- The alleged activity was intended to increase engagement and generate payments.
- Company
- X
- Programme
- X’s Creator Revenue Sharing Programme
- Alleged tactic
- Using accounts to create fake urgency and positive engagement
- Example replies
- “Legend,” “Massive,” and “Bullish”
- Payment discrepancy
- One account’s payment details were registered to Stefan Mann, while its bank account belonged to Vivek Kumar Sen
- Email discrepancy
- Another account was registered to Sherpa, but its linked email address reportedly traced back to Vivek Kumar Sen