Recently, X Corporation, led by Neo owner Elon Musk, filed a lawsuit against the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH). The CCDH is a non-profit organization. She is engaged in researching hate speech in digital space. The accusations? Musk claims that the CCDH is using its research to specifically sabotage Twitter's advertising business. But it goes on. Musk suspects that the CCDH is funded by rival platforms or even foreign governments to pursue a “higher agenda” and “actively work against free speech.”
Background to the controversy
The CCDH released a study in June analyzing hate speech on Twitter . It turned out that out of 100 reported accounts that were under observation for hate speech and had a paid “Twitter Blue” subscription, only one account was penalized. X Corporation believes this research is “false and misleading.”
In addition, X Corporation accuses the CCDH of unauthorized access to data and the use of inappropriate methodology. The lawsuit was filed in federal court for the District of Northern California. The allegations were published in a blog post addressed to the CCDH .
CCDH responds to the allegations
The CCDH did not leave X Corporation's allegations uncommented. Imran Ahmed, the organization's head, responded by saying, "Elon Musk's actions are a brazen attempt to stifle honest criticism and independent research." He emphasized that the CCDH does not accept donations from technology companies, governments or their partners. He accused Musk of wanting to stem the tide of negative reporting in order to improve his reputation among advertisers.
Legal Challenges for X Corporation
This is not the first time that X Corporation has been involved in legal disputes. According to the New York Times, the platform's advertising revenue fell 59 percent to $88 million between April 1 and the first week of May compared to the same period last year. The X Corporation had previously sued the law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, alleging that it had unjustly enriched itself by taking over Twitter.
Further legal disputes concern Microsoft, which is accused of unlawfully using data from Twitter. Meta (formerly Facebook Inc.) is accused of using to develop its rival network Threads
Conclusion
X Corporation's legal battles could be just another chapter in Musk's efforts to offset declining advertising revenue. It remains to be seen whether Musk will be successful with his legal action. Or whether these disputes will further aggravate the situation and possibly lead to a further loss of image. One thing is certain: the consequences of this lawsuit will have far-reaching effects on the digital landscape and freedom of expression online. The further development of this controversial situation remains to be seen.
Source:
CCDH – counterhate.com , Bloomberg
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