Elon Musk’s social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), rejected a deal from the European Commission to avoid fines for censoring speech without user consent. This decision stands in contrast to other platforms that accepted the deal. Musk accused the Commission of proposing this illegal agreement as part of an ongoing regulatory clash.
The European Commission claims X violated the Digital Services Act (DSA) by using deceptive practices and lacking advertising transparency. They criticized X’s “Blue checkmark” system and inadequate data access for researchers. These issues could result in X facing penalties up to 6% of its annual turnover and increased regulatory scrutiny.
Commissioner Thierry Breton emphasized that transparency is crucial for user trust and safety, reinforcing the importance of adhering to EU laws. This event underscores the growing tension between digital platforms and regulatory bodies, highlighting the need for clear and fair practices in the digital age.
