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US judge signals Elon Musk's X may lose case against hate speech watchdog

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

US judge signals Elon Musk's X may lose case against hate speech watchdog

A U.S. judge is considering dismissing X Corp's lawsuit against the nonprofit group, the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH). X accused CCDH of causing significant financial damages by spreading false and misleading reports about hate speech on the social media platform once known as Twitter. The judge questioned whether CCDH could have foreseen Elon Musk buying Twitter and changing its policies, and suggested that X's lawsuit violated California's anti-SLAPP law. X also sued the European Climate Foundation, alleging data gathering conspiracies. Since Musk took over Twitter, the platform has been criticized for allowing harmful and abusive posts.

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Elon Musk's X Corp loses lawsuit against hate speech watchdog

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Elon Musk's X Corp loses lawsuit against hate speech watchdog

A judge in San Francisco has dismissed a lawsuit filed by X Corp against the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH), a nonprofit organization critical of the rise in hate speech on Twitter since Elon Musk's involvement. U.S. District Judge Charles Breyer granted the dismissal, suggesting that Musk may have targeted the nonprofit due to disagreement with its stance. X Corp accused CCDH of breaching its user contract by creating false reports that X had become a platform for hate speech. The lawsuit sought damages in the tens of millions of dollars.

Lawsuit by Elon Musk's X was an attempt to punish free speech, judge rules

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Lawsuit by Elon Musk's X was an attempt to punish free speech, judge rules

Elon Musk's company, X, had its lawsuit against the nonprofit Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) dismissed by a US District Judge. X had argued that CCDH violated their terms of service by gathering data for reports on hate speech increase on X's platform following Musk's takeover. However, the judge ruled that the lawsuit was an attempt to silence X's critics and that CCDH was exercising its First Amendment rights. X was seeking damages for lost advertising revenue but did not contest the accuracy of CCDH's reports. CCDH's CEO called the dismissal a victory for public-interest researchers.

Elon Musk’s Lawsuit Against a Group That Found Hate Speech on X Isn’t Going Well

Wired · 1y ago

Elon Musk’s Lawsuit Against a Group That Found Hate Speech on X Isn’t Going Well

Twitter, now called "X," has been facing a loss of advertisers since Elon Musk took control of the platform. X filed a lawsuit against the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH), accusing them of compromising user security and driving away business with their research on hate speech. CCDH claims that the lawsuit is an attempt to silence criticism using legal tactics known as strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPP). During a hearing, the judge expressed skepticism about X's allegations and questioned the damages claimed. The outcome of this case could have implications for how billionaires and tech companies handle criticism.

X goes to court in Elon Musk's war against an anti-hate research org

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Elon Musk's lawsuit against the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) will be heard in court on Thursday. Musk's company, X, sued the nonprofit organization last year, accusing it of spreading false claims about X. The CCDH conducts research on social media platforms to identify hate speech and misinformation. Musk's lawsuit claims that the CCDH illegally scraped data and violated its terms of service. The CCDH argues that the lawsuit is frivolous and violates the state's anti-SLAPP law. A loss for the CCDH in court could have implications for researchers tracking hate speech and misinformation on social media.

A new California law regulating online content moderation will force X to reveal how it reviews hate speech

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

A new California law regulating online content moderation will force X to reveal how it reviews hate speech

Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has lost its bid to prevent a new California law on online content moderation from taking effect. The law requires social media companies with over $100 million in annual revenue to publicly disclose their terms of service and provide reports on actions taken to moderate hate speech, extremism, disinformation, and more. X filed a lawsuit arguing that the law violated its freedom of speech, but a federal judge ruled against them, stating that the reporting requirement is justified within the context of First Amendment law.

Elon Musk's X sues California over social media law

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Elon Musk's X sues California over social media law

Elon Musk's X Corp filed a lawsuit against California government over a state law to bring new transparency rules for social media companies. As per the laws, social media firms will need to publish their policies for policing disinformation, harassment, hate speech and extremism.

A judge just killed Elon Musk's lawsuit against an anti-hate research org

TechCrunch · 1y ago

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by Elon Musk and his company X against a nonprofit organization called the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH). X had sued CCDH for publishing reports on hate and extremism on their platform, claiming it caused them financial losses. Musk personally directed the lawsuit, accusing CCDH of being an "evil propaganda machine." The judge dismissed the case, stating that X's true purpose was to punish CCDH for criticizing them. Despite this setback, Musk is pursuing a similar lawsuit against Media Matters for America.

Brazil watchdog moves to block access to Elon Musk's X after court order

Economic Times

Economic Times · 12m ago

Brazil watchdog moves to block access to Elon Musk's X after court order

Brazil's telecom regulator is suspending access to Elon Musk's X social network in compliance with a court order. The order comes from a judge who aims to enforce hate speech regulations on social media platforms. Musk argues that the censorship is unjustified, while the judge insists on accountability. The feud has also resulted in the freezing of Starlink's bank accounts in Brazil. Moraes, the judge, has ordered that X be suspended until all court orders are followed and fines are paid. Telecommunication companies must stop carrying X's traffic to effectively shut it down in Brazil.

Elon Musk may have a point in his fight against Brazil, but he's not actually helping

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

Elon Musk may have a point in his fight against Brazil, but he's not actually helping

Elon Musk is facing backlash for opposing a Brazilian supreme court order to ban certain X accounts spreading election misinformation. Civil liberties experts argue that Musk's support for these accounts empowers an antidemocratic faction within Brazil's far-right. The judge has responded by launching an investigation into Musk for obstruction, criminal organization, and incitement. The order is part of a broader effort to combat hate speech and false information, following the storming of Brazil's congressional building in 2023, fueled by false claims of election fraud. Critics argue that Musk's defense of these accounts undermines nuanced debate about free speech and content moderation.

Elon Musk accused of profiting from tragedy as study finds X rewards hate targeting Israel-Gaza war

TechCrunch · 1y ago

Elon Musk accused of profiting from tragedy as study finds X rewards hate targeting Israel-Gaza war

The Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) has released a report revealing how policy changes on Elon Musk's social media platform X (formerly Twitter) are benefiting hate speech posters. The study examined ten influential accounts that have posted anti-Jewish and/or anti-Muslim hate speech following the Israel-Gaza conflict. These accounts were able to significantly increase their reach and gained a combined total of 4 million new followers. The CCDH accuses Musk of deliberately profiting from tragedy by enabling and promoting hate speech on the platform. X is currently under investigation in the European Union for potential breaches of content moderation regulations.

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