A new report finds antisemitic conspiracies on X attract massive engagement and profit, while the platform fails to enforce its own rules.
In today’s digital world, social media is more than a place to share thoughts, it shapes ideas, influences millions, and can amplify dangerous voices. A recent joint report by the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) and the Jewish Council for Public Affairs reveals a disturbing truth: antisemitic conspiracies on X (formerly Twitter) are not only widespread, they thrive and generate profit.
Antisemitism on X: Bigger Than Ever
From February 2024 through January 2025, researchers tracked nearly 680,000 English-language posts that appeared to violate X’s own hate speech policies. Instead of being silenced, these posts reached around 193 million views. The content ranged from Holocaust denial to recycled “blood libel” myths and even explicit calls to violence against Jews.
Conspiracy Content Outperforms All Other Hate
Not all hate spreads equally. According to the report, conspiracy-driven antisemitic posts made up about 59% of the content but generated roughly 73% of likes and interactions. In simple terms: conspiracy theories don’t just spread - they outperform other hate. For many accounts, this translates into real money through ads, subscriptions, and platform perks.
A Few Accounts Drive Most of the Hate
A striking discovery is that just ten accounts were behind nearly one-third of all likes on antisemitic content. Many of these users have bigger followings on X than anywhere else. Some are verified, some run ads, and others sell subscriptions, directly profiting from hate speech.
Fact-Checking Fails
Elon Musk has promoted “Community Notes” as the answer to misinformation. Yet the study shows this tool barely touches antisemitic conspiracies. Out of 300 conspiracy posts, only four carried visible notes. Out of 100 Holocaust denial posts, only two were flagged. For Jewish communities, this failure leaves them exposed and unsupported.
The Role of Leadership
The platform’s leadership also shapes its culture. Beyond ignoring the problem, Musk himself has engaged with accounts glorifying Hitler and promoting genocidal rhetoric. When the top voice of a platform amplifies such content, it legitimizes hatred rather than curbing it.
From Online Hate to Real-World Harm
This issue goes far beyond the digital space. Studies show that belief in conspiracies is strongly linked to increased tolerance for violence. The FBI has already warned that antisemitism remains a persistent driver of extremist attacks in the United States. Hate that spreads online inevitably fuels real-world danger.
The Urgent Need for Change
Despite public promises, X has failed to meaningfully address antisemitism. Instead, its systems reward conspiracy theories with visibility, likes, and profit. If unchecked, this cycle will continue to endanger Jewish communities worldwide. Holding platforms accountable, cutting off monetization, enforcing policies consistently, and demanding transparency, is the only path forward.
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