X, the former Twitter, is facing a suspension in Brazil following a ruling by the Supreme Court judge Alexandre de Moraes. This decision stems from the platform's repeated failure to comply with court orders aimed at combating disinformation and hate speech.
Judge Moraes has accused Elon Musk, the owner of X, of fostering an environment of impunity on Brazilian social networks, particularly ahead of the upcoming municipal elections. The judge's ruling includes a fine for users accessing X through VPNs, and calls for the national telecommunications agency to block the platform.
Musk has publicly condemned the judge's actions, labeling him a 'pseudo-judge' and 'evil dictator,' and has indicated that the company will cease operations in Brazil, citing compliance with what he calls unlawful demands.
