http://www.newsweek.com/elon-musk-8-blue-check-mark-charge-fomo-success-marketing-ceo-expert-1756558 > The fear of missing out will make Elon Musk's $8 monthly Twitter payment model a success, according to a marketing expert. > Despite backlash on his social media site, Musk has reiterated his intention to proceed with the plan. The billionaire plans to charge Twitter users $8 a month for a blue verification badge and a number of other benefits on the site, though you can also still use it for free.