The EU is slated to fine Elon Musk's X up to $1 billion for breaking a disinformation law as it hopes to make an example out of the social media platform to deter disinformation on others

Summary

The EU plans to fine Elon Musk’s X over $1 billion for violating the Digital Services Act by failing to control disinformation and illicit content.

This would mark the first major penalty under the new law and could trigger a legal clash with Musk, who vowed to fight in court.

Regulators say the fine aims to deter other platforms. Tensions with the U.S. are rising, as X also faces a broader investigation.

    • stoly@lemmy.worldEnglish
      5·
      19 days ago

      This will impact the stock price. Tesla will lose more than the fine in total.

    • Blackmist@feddit.ukEnglish
      4·
      18 days ago

      Block his sites Europe-wide at the ISP level. Make Google and Apple block his apps from the European app stores.

      Hit him where it’ll really upset him.