European Commission vs. Platform X: Breton and Musk Spar on Twitter Over DSA Violation

The European Commission’s Thierry Breton and platform X owner Elon Musk engaged in a heated Twitter battle after the commission found X in violation of the Digital Services Act. Breton tweeted in support of the commission’s findings, accusing X of deception, infringing the DSA, and lacking transparency in advertising and data access for researchers.

Musk initially responded cheekily, questioning Breton’s authenticity, but later escalated the conflict by accusing the European Commission of offering X an illegal secret deal to avoid fines in exchange for censorship. Breton refuted these claims, emphasizing the transparency of the DSA process and inviting Musk to defend X’s actions.

The sparring between the two influential figures captured the attention of social media users and industry observers. The European Commission’s preliminary findings highlighted X’s alleged use of dark patterns, opaque advertising practices, and limited access to data for researchers, signaling a potential clash between regulatory authorities and tech giants.

If X is found to be in violation of the DSA, it could face significant fines and corrective actions to ensure compliance with EU legislation. The outcome of this case will not only impact X but also set a precedent for other Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) under scrutiny for their online practices.

As the battle between Breton and Musk unfolds on Twitter, the tech industry and regulatory landscape are closely watching to see how this conflict will shape the future of online transparency and accountability for digital platforms. Stay tuned for updates on this high-profile clash between the European Commission and platform X.