Tue Sep 03 13:06:56 UTC 2024: – The Supreme Court panel in Brazil unanimously confirmed a ruling to ban the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) in the country.
– The decision was made without any petition from prosecutors or other parties, as X failed to comply with a requirement to appoint a legal representative in Brazil.
– Brazil’s telecom regulator, Anatel, was ordered to take down the social network in the country.
– The platform was still accessible to some users despite the ban.
– Starlink, a satellite internet provider owned by X owner Elon Musk, refused to comply with the ban order.
– Elon Musk has been in a feud with Justice Alexandre de Moraes for his efforts to combat disinformation on social media platforms.
– The Supreme Court in Brazil comprises two panels of five justices each, with decisions sometimes being taken to all 11 members for participation.

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