Are we ‘like’ done here? X’s move to hide likes is the latest sign of their declining power as social media currency

Anushka Kulkarni expresses disappointment over X's decision to hide the "Likes" tab, which she and others used to subtly vet potential romantic interests. She laments the loss of authenticity and charm in likes, questioning whether likes are now being used as private bookmarks or manipulated by bots. The trend of hiding likes has been seen across social media platforms like Instagram and YouTube, prompting varied reactions among users and raising concerns about privacy and social dynamics online.