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What Happened in Elon Musk’s Legal Fight Against Australia Over Social Media Fine? Find Out

X Fails in Bid to Overturn $418,100 Fine

An Australian judge has dismissed a legal challenge by social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), rejecting its attempt to overturn a fine of A$610,500 ($418,100) imposed by a national watchdog. The ruling is seen as a significant step in Australia’s ongoing efforts to hold global tech companies accountable for online safety.

Court Decision in Favour of Australian Watchdog

On Friday, the court ruled against X’s petition to have the fine canceled, ordering the company, now owned by Elon Musk, to cover the costs of the legal proceedings. This marks the conclusion of a lawsuit filed after Australia’s eSafety commissioner penalized the platform for not providing sufficient information regarding its actions to combat child-abuse content online. Australian law mandates that social media firms must disclose their measures to meet basic online safety standards.

Australia’s Crackdown on Global Tech Firms

The Australian government has intensified its efforts to regulate tech giants and ensure safer online environments. Over the past year, authorities have taken X to court, seeking the removal of a violent video related to a terrorist attack. Additionally, the government has hinted at plans to implement age restrictions for teenagers using social media platforms.

Elon Musk’s Reaction to Australian Legislation

In a related issue, Elon Musk sparked controversy last month when he referred to the Australian government as “fascists” over proposed legislation aimed at curbing digital misinformation. Under the new laws, social media companies could face penalties of up to 5% of their annual revenue if they fail to address the risks posed by misinformation and disinformation on their platforms.

X’s Silence on the Ruling

Following the court’s decision, X did not respond to media inquiries. The company has yet to comment on the ruling or outline any further steps it may take in response to the fine.

Nisha Srivastava

Nisha Srivastava is an influential blog writer and content editor associated with The Daily Guardian, with over 10 years of experience in writing.

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