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Twitter's Evolution

Twitter's trajectory was heavily influenced by its users, who innovated features like hashtags and retweets to organize the chaotic platform. As journalists flocked to Twitter, it became the epicenter for breaking news and audience building. However, the arrival of Trump shifted the dynamics, exposing the platform's vulnerabilities and transforming it into a reality show that blurred the lines between news and entertainment.