$140 million fine
Elon Musk Calls for Abolition of European Union Following $140 Million Fine on X Platform
Dec 07, 2025 10:22 am CST
Following a €120 million fine imposed on X for violating EU digital regulations, Elon Musk publicly called for the abolition of the European Union. The penalty, issued under the Digital Services Act, cited transparency violations related to X's verification system and data access. Musk stated he loves Europe but opposes the "bureaucratic monster" of the EU, prompting criticism from the Trump administration.
Elon Musk's X Platform Fined $140 Million by EU for Digital Services Act Violations
Dec 05, 2025 07:32 pm CST
The European Union has imposed a €120 million ($140 million) fine on Elon Musk's social media platform X for breaching the Digital Services Act regulations on online content. This landmark first penalty under new EU tech legislation addresses transparency failures and platform design issues, while TikTok avoided similar sanctions through concessions. The case highlights growing tensions between US tech companies and European regulators over digital governance standards.