X rolls out auto-lock for accounts that mention crypto for the first time

X will auto-lock accounts the first time they post about cryptocurrency and require extra verification before they can post again.

The measure targets hijacked or dormant accounts that scammers repurpose to push tokens, airdrops, phishing links, or fake giveaways.

Existing users who have previously posted about crypto are not affected the same way; the rule focuses on sudden first-time crypto posts.

The feature is being implemented now and details like what counts as a crypto mention and verification流程 may change.

Crypto scams caused an estimated $17 billion in losses in 2025, highlighting the context for the new measure.