X fined $140 million for breaching EU rules, Elon calls for bloc abolition
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- The European Commission has imposed a €120 million ($140 million) fine on Elon Musk's social media platform X for breaching EU regulations, particularly concerning content moderation laws under the Digital Services Act. The violations included issues related to deceptive verification badges, which left users vulnerable to scams and manipulation.
- This significant penalty marks the first major enforcement action against a prominent social media platform under the EU's new digital laws, highlighting the Commission's commitment to regulating online content and ensuring user safety.
- The ruling has sparked discussions about the balance between free speech and regulatory oversight in the digital space, particularly as tensions rise between the EU and the US regarding technology governance and content moderation practices.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
