Brazilian judge orders suspension of X platform in Brazil amid feud with Musk
In a significant escalation of tensions between tech giants and national legal authorities, a Brazilian Supreme Court judge recently ordered the suspension of X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, across the country. This drastic move came after X, under the ownership of Elon Musk, refused to comply with Brazilian legal demands, particularly the appointment of a legal representative within the country. Background and Legal Conflict The origins of this dispute date back…
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