The European Union has taken a significant step by announcing the formal initiation of proceedings against X (formerly known as Twitter). Digital commissioner Thierry Breton has highlighted several alleged infringements, including breaches in countering illegal content and disinformation, as well as concerns about transparency. This move falls under the newly introduced Digital Services Act (DSA), placing added pressure on major tech companies to protect users and content integrity.
Owned by Elon Musk, X has indicated cooperation with the regulatory process, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a politically unbiased and lawful procedure. The company remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive platform while safeguarding freedom of expression amid the ongoing investigation.
The EU’s scrutiny also extends to evaluating the effectiveness of X’s Community Notes system, designed to allow contributors to verify the accuracy of posts and combat disinformation. Heightened concerns about the nature of content on X have emerged since Elon Musk’s acquisition, particularly following the reduction in workforce, subsequently impacting moderation capacity.
In light of these developments, X’s response to content moderation and its handling of extremist material have attracted widespread attention and critique. The EU’s formal proceedings, alongside the US advertising boycott and associated controversies, present a multi-faceted challenge for X’s operational and reputational resilience.
As this investigation evolves, the significance of regulatory oversight and the impact on X’s future trajectory will undoubtedly draw considerable interest and scrutiny from stakeholders and the wider tech industry.
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