1. X to Appeal India Court Ruling on Content Removal
Elon Musk’s X has announced it will appeal a recent Indian High Court decision upholding the government’s new content removal system. The ruling allows over 2 million police officers to request takedowns of online content via a platform called Sahyog, with no need for court orders.
- X argues that the system threatens free expression and transparency, while the government insists it is necessary to fight misinformation and harmful content.
2. UK Politician Calls for Government to Consider Leaving X
At the Labour Party conference, senior MP Ed Miliband suggested the UK government may need to rethink its use of X.
- He cited concerns over disinformation, the influence of Elon Musk, and the platform’s growing role in fueling political polarization.
- While no decision has been made, his remarks highlight the growing global unease with X’s policies and leadership.
3. X Loses Legal Bid Against India’s Rules
In a related story, X recently lost its attempt to overturn India’s content removal framework.
- A court in Karnataka ruled that “foreign ideals of free speech” cannot override local law and sovereignty.
- This outcome strengthens India’s position in enforcing stricter content regulations, putting more pressure on global tech platforms operating in the country.
The Bigger Picture
X finds itself at the center of global debates on free speech, misinformation, and regulation. From India’s sweeping digital oversight to political pushback in the UK, the platform is under growing scrutiny — raising questions about how governments and tech giants will navigate the balance between expression and control.
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