Twitter now allows anyone to send you a direct message, even if you don't ...

TechCrunchTwitter now allows anyone to send you a direct message, even if you don't ...The Next WebPreviously, you could only receive direct messages from users who follow you, but Twitter has now implemented an optional feature that opens your account to messages from anyone. The new setting is turned off by default – likely to prevent harassment ...Twitter Now Lets You Opt In To Receive Direct Messages From AnyoneTechCrunchTwitter Expands Direct MessagingNew York Times (blog)Twitter upgrades direct message featureCNETEngadget -Wired -Fortuneall 91 news articles »