The European Union (EU) Commission has recently issued a warning to Elon Musk ahead of its much-awaited interview with Donald Trump. The EU, in a recent letter sent to the X owner, showed concerns over the potential spread of harmful content on the social media platform, which could violate the Digital Services Act (DSA) norms. This development adds tension to the already controversial conversation which has gained attention on a global scale.

EU Commission Warns Elon Musk Ahead of Donald Trump Interview

In a recent letter sent to Elon Musk, Thierry Breton, a member of the EU Commission, warned the tech mogul of the restrictions under the DSA. The letter highlighted the X owner’s responsibility to keep a check on the spread of harmful content on X, which has a user base of about 300 million.

Source: Thierry Breton

It also highlights that one-third of the user base is from the EU region. Having said that, it appears that the commission is worried about the potential risks associated with the upcoming Donald Trump and Elon Musk interview.

The EU Commission wants Musk to ensure that X complies with EU laws, especially during events that could amplify harmful content. He referenced recent examples where content on X has contributed to public unrest, stressing the need for effective moderation. The letter serves as a reminder that Musk’s platform must balance freedom of expression with the protection of public safety.

Meanwhile, Breton said that X must comply with EU regulations, especially during events that could amplify harmful content. He referenced recent examples of US riots, where content on X has contributed to public unrest, stressing the need for effective moderation. The letter serves as a reminder that the social media platform must balance freedom of expression with the protection of public safety.

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Filed under: News - @ August 12, 2024 6:55 pm