2023-05-04
Glad that Twitter got the message. We're happy that they've committed to making API access free for the MTA and other public sector agencies. In light of this reversal, we're assessing our options for service alerts going forward. https://twitter.com/...
Engadget
Twitter restores free API access for verified government or publicly owned services tweeting weather alerts, transportation updates, and emergency notifications
2023-05-03
Glad that Twitter got the message. We're happy that they've committed to making API access free for the MTA and other public sector agencies. In light of this reversal, we're assessing our options for service alerts going forward. https://twitter.com/...
Engadget
Twitter restores free API access for verified government or publicly owned services tweeting weather alerts, transportation updates, and emergency notifications
Twitter's decision to shut off its free API caused more than a few problems for public institutions that depend on the functionality …
2023-04-28
For the MTA, Twitter is no longer reliable for providing the consistent updates riders expect. So as of today, we're saying goodbye to it for service alerts and information. But we're not saying goodbye to you, our customers! There are lots of ways to get real-time updates. ⬇️
Bloomberg
The New York City MTA ends its Twitter service alerts, saying the platform is “no longer reliable” and that Twitter demanded $50K per month for API access
New York City's mass-transit system is ending its real-time service alerts on Twitter for subway, train and bus riders …