The EU has started investigations against X. This responds to concerns about the spread of false information and the company's handling of illegal content. Particular attention is paid to the company's new strategy when awarding the “blue tick”.
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Investigations into the distribution of illegal content and false information
The EU Commission has made specific allegations against These developments are seen against the backdrop of the Digital Services Act (DSA), which came into force in August. The law obliges large internet companies like X to take active action against disinformation on their platforms. Studies show that a high proportion of false information can be found on X in particular.
The “Blue Check” in sight
Another point of criticism from the EU Commission is the introduction of a subscription model for the blue tick by Elon Musk. This hook used to stand for the authenticity of profiles of important institutions and personalities. Now there are fears that this symbol could lose credibility as a result of the new model.
There are also concerns about the transparency of advertising on the platform.
Restrained moderation
Since Musk took over X, the company has been accused of severely restricting content moderation and cracking down on hate speech and false reports. This caused a stir, particularly in connection with the clashes between Israel and Hamas, when X received a formal warning from Brussels.
Conclusion: responsibility in the digital world
This case highlights the increasing importance of responsibility and transparency in the digital world. As companies like
The dispute and the results of the investigations between the EU Commission and X will also show how digital platforms can be regulated in the future.
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