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Greenpeace France quits X over climate 'scepticism'
Greenpeace France said it would remain active on other platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Threads, while exploring alternatives such as Bluesky. Jean-Francois Julliard, director general of Greenpeace France, said the organisation "cannot feed a platform which favours disinformation (and) climate-scepticism".
¡®Nostradamus¡¯ of US election, Allan Lichtman, quits X; blames Musk, misinformation for getting prediction wrong
Allan Lichtman, a historian known for accurately forecasting nine of the last ten US presidential elections, faced backlash after incorrectly predicting Kamala Harris¡¯s victory in the latest election. Lichtman blamed disinformation, particularly online narratives amplified by Elon Musk and conservative media, for his error. Following a heated on-air debate with commentator Cenk Uygur, Lichtman announced his exit from X, choosing Bluesky as his new platform. His reliance on the ¡°13 keys¡± model has sparked fresh scrutiny of election forecasting in the digital age.
End of a love affair: news media quit X over 'disinformation'
Major news outlets are leaving social media platform X. They say the platform is enabling the spread of disinformation. X's owner is Elon Musk. Musk is an ally of US President-elect Donald Trump. The Guardian, Dagens Nyheter and Vanguardia have already quit X. They say they will not publish on the platform. They say X promotes disturbing content.
With Trump comeback, will EU go easier on ally Musk?
Elon Musk's close ties with newly elected US President Donald Trump could complicate EU efforts to regulate Musk's X platform. The EU is weighing the potential for billions in fines against concerns that penalizing Trump's ally could strain transatlantic relations and jeopardize support for Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Polling Nostradamus Allan Lichtman wrong election prediction has an Elon Musk connection?
Polls prophet Allan Lichtman predicted this time that Vice President Kamala Harris would win the US elections but Donald Trump made his comeback. Lichtman has now revealed what went wrong with his election prediction and it a connection with Elon Musk, a Trump loyalist. With a track record of accurately foreseeing nine out of the past ten US presidential elections, Allan Lichtman's methodology has earned him both acclaim and scrutiny.
Did Elon Musk promoted X and Fox News spread disinformation in U.S elections? Polling Nostradamus Allan Lichtman blames them squarely
Polling Nostradamus Allan Lichtman was proven totally wrong following the results of the US Presidential Elections 2024. When reflecting back that what made his prediction wrong, Allan Lichtman found out some shocking reasons.
Did Elon Musk use satellites to steal US election victory from Kamala Harris? Here's what Left-wing conspiracy theorists are saying
Left-wing conspiracy theories have begun circulating following the 2024 U.S. presidential election, with many falsely claiming the result was ¡°stolen¡± through manipulation of voting systems, particularly alleging that Elon Musk¡¯s Starlink satellite network was involved in the interference.
Elon Musk's PAC spent an estimated $200 million to help elect Trump, AP source says
Elon Musk's super PAC, America PAC, poured nearly $200 million into propelling Donald Trump's successful 2024 presidential bid. The group, largely funded by Musk, focused on mobilizing infrequent and first-time voters, capitalizing on a recent FEC ruling that allowed for closer coordination with campaigns.
Musk lavished time, attention & tens of millions of dollars on Trump¡¯s reelection. What's in it for him?
Musk is deeply investing resources to support Donald Trump's reelection, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest. Musk¡¯s significant influence spans across companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and X Corp. His involvement in politics raises questions about self-dealing and the erosion of ethical guidelines in the US.
How Elon Musk's own account dominates X
Musk has posted more than 3,000 times on the site in the past month. During a two-week period in October, Musk's 1,220 posts generated nearly 65,000 engagements on average, according to the Times analysis of Musk's posts over the past year that tallied likes and reposts.
Musk and friends are smothering the internet¡¯s truth seekers
Disinformation research groups in the US face challenges from lawsuits and probes, primarily by Republicans and Elon Musk. These legal actions hinder the fight against online falsehoods, affecting the study of misinformation. As a result, America is more vulnerable to manipulation, especially during elections, with reduced checks on major tech platforms and decreased trust and safety teams.
X agrees to pay Brazil fines, court orders finances unblocked
A Brazilian judge on Tuesday ordered the unblocking of the bank accounts of Elon Musk's X in the country after the social media platform agreed to pay more than $5 million in fines. In his latest decision, the judge ordered Brazil's central bank to unblock X's bank accounts so it can receive transfers and "immediately make payment of the fines indicated."
Brazil judge says will lift Musk's X ban if $1.8 million fine paid
A Brazilian judge locked in a legal row with X owner Elon Musk on Friday said he would reinstate the social network in Brazil if a fine of around $1.8 million was paid. High-profile judge Moraes has been engaged in a long feud with Tesla and SpaceX owner Musk as part of his drive to crack down on disinformation in Brazil.
Elon Musk's X seeks Brazil comeback, retreats on 'censorship' feud
A decision from the court on X's return is still pending, but people close to Musk in Brazil believe service could be restored in a matter of days. Late on Thursday, X said access to the site in Brazil "is essential for a thriving democracy" and that it respects the sovereignty of the countries in which it operates.
Elon Musk's X platform takes first step toward lifting Brazil ban
Social media platform X has named a legal representative in Brazil -- a first step toward being able to resume service in the country -- but its suspension will continue until it meets further requirements, a judge has ruled. The social media platform had more than 22 million users in Brazil before the ban.
Brazil judge orders X to reimpose block or face hefty fine
Judge Alexandre de Moraes said in a court order that a "recalcitrant" X had "unlawfully, persistently and intentionally" failed to respect judicial orders, and would face a daily fine of 5 million reais ($913,000 USD) until it again suspends its service.
Brazil shuts down X, Elon Musk fumes: all you need to know
Since X was shuttered in Brazil on August 30, Elon Musk has been incessantly posting on the platform against Supreme Court judge Alexandre de Moraes, terming him a 'dictator'. Musk has also been questioning the South American country's government and law enforcement.
Why Brazil¡¯s Supreme Court blocked X and what it means for the platform
Brazil's Supreme Court has ordered the suspension of X, formerly known as Twitter, due to its failure to comply with legal requirements. Owner Elon Musk criticized the decision, calling it politically motivated. This move affects 40 million Brazilian users, following similar bans in countries like China, Russia, Iran, and others.
Brazil block on Elon Musk's X comes into effect after judge's order
A block on Elon Musk's X social network in Brazil started to take effect early Saturday after a Supreme Court judge ordered its suspension, according to AFP. Brazilian Supreme Court judge Alexandre de Moraes on Friday ordered the suspension of the platform following a months-long standoff with the tech billionaire over disinformation in South America's largest nation.
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