The Official Twitter Blog

Every day, a growing number of people log in to Twitter. Usually these login attempts come from the genuine account owners, but we occasionally hear from people whose accounts have been compromised by email phishing schemes or a breach of password data elsewhere on the web.

Today we’re introducing a new security feature to better protect your Twitter account: login verification.

The Billboard Music Awards are two days away (Sunday May 19, 8pm ET / 7pm CT) and you can use Twitter to keep up with all of the night’s unforgettable moments. 

How will you follow along with the backstage action? How will you talk directly to your favorite artists, or experience the scene in Las Vegas at this year’s show?
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It’s not too late to send #YourMom a message for Mother’s Day. Here are a few Vine videos for inspiration. Read more…

Other-worldly hats, sky-high heels, daring designs and strapping tuxedos: We’re seeing them all come to life on Twitter as partygoers and scenemakers strut their stuff at the hautest of events of the year so far.

Just in the past week, the Kentucky Derby, Met Costume Institute Gala, San Francisco Ballet and Chanel have lit up Twitter as celebrities tweeted and vined their chic, punk, classic or otherwise memorable garb.Read more…