Delay in X Compliance: Brazilian Supreme Court Takes Action Against Starlink

Monday, 2 September 2024, 14:06

Brazilian Supreme Court panel has upheld a ban on X while Starlink declines to comply. The decision comes as tensions rise over regulatory compliance in Brazil. Justice Alexandre de Moraes led the ruling that mandates limits on access to X due to noncompliance with previous orders.
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Delay in X Compliance: Brazilian Supreme Court Takes Action Against Starlink

Regulatory Actions Against X and Starlink

The Brazilian Supreme Court panel voted to uphold a decision requiring the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) to limit access to X, previously known as Twitter. This ban was initiated by Justice Alexandre de Moraes following X's owner, Elon Musk’s failure to adhere to court mandates.

Major Judicial Support

  • Justice Alexandre de Moraes led the ruling.
  • Justices Cristiano Zanin, Flávio Dino, and Cármen Lúcia expressed full support for the ban.
  • Justice Luiz Fux raised concerns regarding fines for VPN circumvention.

Starlink’s Continued Defiance

Starlink has informed Anatel that it will not comply with the court's order until its assets are unfrozen. Meanwhile, X remains accessible via Starlink, despite the court’s efforts to enforce the ban effectively.

The implications of this ruling may reshape access to social media platforms in Brazil significantly.

This ongoing situation highlights the intense legal landscape regarding technology and regulation in Brazil.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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