On January 22, 2024, Musk attended an “Online Anti-Semitism” seminar during the European Jewish Association conference in Krakow.
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On Wednesday, a Brazilian Supreme Court judge threatened to shut down the local operations of X, formerly known as Twitter, unless it billionaire boss musk Designate a legal representative in Brazil within 24 hours.
Judge Alexandre de Moraes’ order is the latest development in an ongoing feud with Musk’s platform. company Clashed out with De Morais earlier this year free speech, accounts associated with the far right and misinformation on the platform, which claims it is a victim of censorship.
Earlier this month, X said All remaining Brazilian employees in the country are being laid off “Effective immediately,” it said De Moraes threatened to arrest his legal representatives in the country.
supreme court wednesday X has been notified of de Moraes’ orders Reply to posts from the company’s global government account on social platforms.
“If the decision is not complied with, the decision could lead to the suspension of the social media network’s activities in Brazil,” the court said in a statement.
In the United States, free speech is a constitutional right that is more lax than in many countries, including Brazil. conduct another investigation.
Brazil’s political right has long been characterized by De Morais crosses the line Suppression of free speech and political persecution. His defenders say his actions were lawful, supported by at least a majority of the court and served to protect democracy at a time when it was threatened.
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