Elon Musk’s social media platform X (formerly Twitter) has been hit with a €120 million fine by the European Commission for what it calls “deceptive practices” related to the platform’s controversial blue tick verification scheme. The fine, announced on December 5, 2025, marks the first official enforcement action under the EU’s new Digital Services Act…
The European Union is conducting a rigorous investigation into Facebook and Instagram, aiming to ascertain if these platforms are excessively addictive, leading to detrimental effects on the physical and mental health of children. The inquiry will also delve into whether these social media giants have implemented robust measures to verify users' ages and how they…
The European Union has officially launched proceedings against X, formerly known as Twitter, for suspected violations of its Digital Services Act (DSA). This action, announced by EU Digital Commissioner Thierry Breton on the social media platform, alleges that X, under Elon Musk's ownership, has potentially failed to counter illegal content and disinformation and maintain transparency.…
