Twitter is now letting anyone apply for a verified account

Twitter has announced that anyone can now apply to receive a little blue check mark next to his or her name.
In a statement announcing the change, Twitter said that “an account may be verified if it is determined to be of public interest.” Whereas verified accounts are typically reserved for brands, public figures, artists, athletes, and journalists, the change means that more people - particularly up-and-coming creators and influencers - will now have the chance to verify their prof