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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.

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 22 hours ago (5 children)

When are we going to learn that this doesn't work.

Elon will make back that billion back in a short enough time that it won't matter!

Start taking percentages of their income! Company needs to pay 30% of their revenue for ten years.

That'll put the fear god in them!

[–] [email protected] -1 points 21 hours ago

Seriously, how much money will have been spent by EU to make this happen

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 21 hours ago

I'll believe it when Musk's check is in their bank and has cleared for payment.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 22 hours ago

Charge him with 500 counts, and bankrupt him.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 23 hours ago

just another 349 to go let's go.

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