E.U. hits Musk’s X with $140 million fine, says it broke hate speech and misinformation rules

December 5, 2025

The European Commission has fined Elon Musk's social media platform X €120 million (approximately $140 million) for violating the Digital Services Act, which mandates stringent measures against hate speech and misinformation. This fine comes after a two-year investigation into the platform's compliance with the EU's digital regulations, emphasizing the need for social media companies to protect users from scams and harmful content.

E.U. hits Musk’s X with $140 million fine, says it broke hate speech and misinformation rules

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Key Highlights

X fined €120 million for breaching EU digital regulations.
The fine is part of the enforcement of the Digital Services Act (DSA).
The investigation into X was initiated two years ago.
The DSA requires platforms to combat hate speech and misinformation actively.
The ruling is likely to provoke a response from the U. S. government.

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E.U. hits Musk’s X with $140 million fine, says it broke hate speech and misinformation rules

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