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Musk on collision course with UK over new laws that will hit X

Elon Musk's social media platform, X (formerly known as Twitter), is facing potential conflict with the UK government over new online safety laws. These laws, part of the Online Safety Bill, aim to make social media companies more accountable for content on their platforms, particularly concerning illegal content, child safety, and misinformation. The legislation could impose hefty fines or even jail time for executives if they fail to comply. Musk has publicly criticized these regulations, arguing they infringe on free speech. The UK government, however, insists that the laws are necessary to protect users, especially children, from harmful content. This disagreement sets the stage for a potential legal battle as X might challenge these regulations, which could affect how the platform operates in the UK.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/politics/government/musk-on-collision-course-with-uk-over-new-laws-that-will-hit-x/ar-AA1wDRkW ]