NYT: The European Union is preparing to finish the social network of Ilona Mask for a billion dollars - Meduza

Meduza - 04/04
The European regulator plan “serious sanctions” in relation to the social network X (formerly Twitter), which belongs to Ilon Mask, for violation of the law on the fight against misinformation and illegal content. Among the measures under discussion is a large fine, the New York Times said, citing sources. 

The European regulator plan “serious sanctions” in relation to the social network X (formerly Twitter), which belongs to Ilon Mask, for violation of the law on the fight against misinformation and illegal content. Among the measures under discussion is a large fine, the New York Times said, citing sources.

The newspaper notes that a possible fine for X can further “strengthen the tension” in EU relations with the United States, as these sanctions will be aimed at one of the closest advisers to President Donald Trump. It is expected that the fine will be announced in the summer of 2025.

In addition to the fine, European regulators will require the X to make “changes to the p...
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