EU Launches Investigation into Elon Musk's X for Alleged Disinformation and Illegal Content

The European Union has launched an investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, under the Digital Services Act (DSA). The probe focuses on alleged breaches of obligations to counter illegal content and disinformation, transparency obligations, and deceptive design of the user interface. This investigation is one of the first major tests of the DSA, which aims to prevent the spread of misinformation and violent content. X has faced increasing pressure to regulate its content since Musk's acquisition, and the EU has previously demanded information on its handling of hate speech and misinformation. X has stated its commitment to complying with the DSA and cooperating with the regulatory process.