Elon Musk's X fined $140 million by EU
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E.U. hits Musk's X with $140 million fine, says it broke hate speech and misinformation rules
The European Commission alleged that X violated the Digital Services Act, a sweeping 2022 law mandating companies set up policies and procedures to remove posts deemed illegal
The EU has fined Elon Musk's X platform €120 million for violating digital transparency rules, particularly concerning its 'blue checkmark' system and advertising disclosures. This move has ignited a diplomatic spat with the US,
Elon Musk, left, and Republican vice presidential nominee Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, listen as Republican presidential nominee former President Donald Trump speaks at a campaign rally, Oct. 5, 2024, in Butler, Pa. Evan Vucci/AP Get your news from a source that’s not owned and controlled by oligarchs. Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily.
Tesla launched the cheaper Standard versions of the Model 3 and Model Y in Europe as sales lag in the region due to competition and the political antics of CEO Elon Musk.