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X Corp, formerly known as Twitter, is embroiled in legal turmoil in Brazil. Court decisions force the company to block certain popular accounts, sparking concerns over free speech and censorship.
Court Orders and Restrained Disclosure:
X Corp discloses that it has been compelled by court decisions to block specific accounts in Brazil but is prohibited from divulging details of the orders, raising questions about transparency and accountability in the legal process.
Vows Legal Challenge and Consequences:
Elon Musk, owner of X Corp, voices his concerns on the platform, warning of potential revenue loss and office closures in Brazil due to the court orders. He pledges to pursue legal challenges wherever possible to address the situation.
X Corp reveals that it faces threats of daily fines and other coercive measures if it fails to comply with the blocking orders. The company highlights the severity of the situation, including the risk of employee arrest and disruption of access to its services in Brazil.
Judicial Crackdown on Free Speech:
The legal actions against X Corp are part of a broader crackdown on free speech led by Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Similar investigations and orders have targeted executives at other tech companies, including Telegram and Google, over criticisms of proposed internet regulation bills.
Brazil’s proposed internet regulation bill seeks to hold internet companies responsible for identifying and reporting illegal content, shifting the burden from the courts to tech platforms. Failure to comply could result in hefty fines and other penalties, fueling concerns over censorship and regulatory overreach.
