Tue Sep 03 13:06:56 UTC 2024: – A Supreme Court panel in Brazil confirmed a ruling to ban X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter
– Justices Flávio Dino and Cristiano Zanin sided with the decision by Justice Alexandre de Moraes
– X failed to comply with a requirement to appoint a legal representative in Brazil, leading to the ban
– X still maintains a legal presence in Brazil through a law firm
– Anatel ordered internet providers to take down the social network, but some netizens reported still being able to access it
– Starlink, also owned by X owner Elon Musk, refused to comply with the ban order
– Justice Moraes has frozen Starlink’s bank accounts to ensure payment of fines levied against X
– Feud between Justice Moraes and Elon Musk has been intensifying in recent months
– The Supreme Court in Brazil comprises two panels of five justices each, with all 11 members able to participate in decisions.

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