Elon Musk's X and Pavel Durov's Telegram Adjust Policies Amid Government Regulation
Tuesday, 24 September 2024, 03:48
Telegram and X Confront Government Regulations
In a dramatic turn, Telegram and Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) have recently announced adjustments to their policies emanating from legal stipulations enforced by Brazil's Supreme Court and France's regulations. In the face of government regulations, both platforms have chosen the path of compliance, raising questions about the essence of free speech in today's digital landscape.
Details on Policy Changes
- X's Compliance in Brazil: After three weeks of defiance, X has changed course and adhered to the demands of Brazil's government.
- Temporary Service Restoration: Following a network switch to Cloudflare, users in Brazil regained access for a brief time.
- Pavel Durov's Telegram: Adapting to international pressures while maintaining its core values.
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