Elon Musk, European Commission and X

Europe orders Elon Musk’s X to submit documents on its recommendation algorithms
The European Commission (EC) says it has requested information from Elon Musk's X related to the algorithms that determine the content it recommends to
EU steps up probe into Elon Musk’s X, days ahead of Trump inauguration
The Commission said President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House did not affect its commitment to enforcing its laws.
Europeans Rebuke Elon Musk's Proposal For 'MEGA: Make Europe Great Again': 'Stay Away From Europe'
Elon Musk's "Make Europe Great Again" slogan sparks backlash from European leaders, who criticize it as unwelcome interference and tone-deaf rhetoric.
Elon Musk uses X to roast European leaders, promote the far right
WASHINGTON − Elon Musk is keeping the pressure on European leaders. Musk frequently wields his 211.5-million-follower account on X, the social media platform he bought for $44 billion in 2022, to air political grievances and promote far-right issues.
Elon Musk Sparks Controversy With Hard-Right 'Make Europe Great Again!' Post
Elon Musk has stirred the pot with a recent post on X shifting "from MAGA to MEGA" to "Make Europe Great Again!"
EU politicians warn against Elon Musk's incursions into European politics
Now Musk's escalating criticism and mocking of European leaders and governments, which he has done repeatedly via X, the social media platform he owns, has sparked a backlash from European governments amid increasing calls for regulatory action in Europe against X.
As Elon Musk Promotes Far-Right German Party, EU Politicians Suggest Shutting Off X’s Algorithm
Musk has spent the last few weeks engaged in a campaign against various European governments. The most dramatic conflict has involved Musk’s war on Keir Starmer in Britain, though Musk has also spent a significant amount of time promoting a far-right political party in Germany that is said to have ties to neo-Nazis.
Elon Musk’s political influence: a billionaire’s impact on European democracy
From endorsing Germany’s far-right AfD to attacking UK leaders, Musk's actions highlight the risks of unchecked power in the digital age.
EU Steps Up Probe of Elon Musk’s X Ahead of Trump Inauguration
The European Commission has ramped up its investigation into Elon Musk’s X social network after the tech mogul criticized European governments in recent weeks, and just days before President-elect Donald Trump is set to return to the White House.
Elon Musk says 'Make Europe Great Again' as he continues his push into European politics
Elon Musk continues to champion right-wing politics in Europe. Musk shared an X post on Saturday that invoked President-elect Donald Trump's world-famous campaign slogan, "Make America Great Again." "From MAGA to MEGA: Make Europe Great Again!
Musk pushes hard-right 'Make Europe Great Again' slogan amid EU inquiry
Elon Musk is continuing his campaign to promote the hard-right in Europe as the EU investigates X, his controversial social media platform. View on euronews
MEPs urge Commission to act on Musk's interventions
In a letter sent to the President of the European Commission, a number of MEPs express their concern at alleged abuses ...
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EU Intensifies Inquiry into Elon Musk's X For Content Moderation Violation
The European Commission has intensified its investigation into Elon Musk's social media network, X, concerning potential ...
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Musk urges Germans to vote for AfD in latest involvement in European politics
Elon Musk praised the co-leader of the German party Alternative ... The recent heightened tensions come amid an ongoing ...
European Central Bank joins Bluesky, rival to Elon Musk's X
The European Central Bank began posting on the Bluesky micro-blogging platform on Monday, joining a rival to Elon Musk's X ...
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EU has limited power to suspend Elon Musk’s X social media platform
X’s algorithm is said to amplify specific political viewpoints - especially those aligned with its owner. Read more at ...
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Who’s been invited? World’s far-right populists pack guest list for Trump’s inauguration
The U.S. president-elect lays down a clear ideological marker with his unusual invitees from across the globe.
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Are AI generators training on real people’s images? Legal experts say it may be a problem
AI generators are producing lifelike images, sparking legal debates over copyright, deepfakes, and the ethical implications ...