X pulls the ability to like and follow from its developer API’s free tier

In a move to curb spamming activities, X has decided to remove the ability to like and follow from its developer API's free tier. This change is aimed at making it more difficult for bad actors to automate and abuse these features. The decision comes as part of X's ongoing efforts to improve the platform's overall integrity and user experience. By restricting access to these functionalities in the free tier, the company hopes to discourage the widespread use of bots and automated scripts that have been used to artificially inflate engagement metrics. This update will primarily impact developers and third-party applications that rely on the X API to integrate with the platform. These users will no longer be able to leverage the like and follow capabilities without upgrading to a paid tier or exploring alternative solutions. The move is expected to have a significant impact on the ecosystem, as developers will need to adapt their strategies and potentially seek alternative means to achieve their desired functionality.