What is the Finn Twitt community?

The FinTwit community, short for "Finance Twitter," is a segment of Twitter dedicated to finance-related discussions. According to Jim O'Shaughnessy, FinTwit includes a small but engaging group of people who share an interest in finance. This community has its own culture and decorum, making it distinct from other parts of Twitter. The camaraderie within FinTwit allows for a more polite and disciplined interaction platform where users can enjoy meaningful exchanges about finance, often viewing it as a "fun" and engaging "video game" experience 1.

Jim also highlights the evolution of FinTwit from a time when asset managers couldn't have Twitter accounts due to compliance regulations to a situation where having a Twitter account is almost essential for success in asset management. This shift underscores the importance and influence of FinTwit within the finance industry today 2.