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Brazil and X: the real reasons behind the ban

Posted by: The Conversation

Date: Tuesday, 10 September 2024

Elon Musk’s posts on X have increased dramatically since he bought the company. The frequency reaches fever pitch when he’s got skin in the game. His fight with Brazil’s Supreme Court following its decision to ban X is a case in point.

Musk’s mini-missives consist largely of insults, complaint and barbs directed at Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. But, as Yasmin Curzi de Mendonçai writes, there’s a long history here which makes it much more than a bitter personal feud.

Australian children below a certain age will be barred from social media platforms under new laws proposed by the federal government. The plan does not specify the age limit, but the government is currently trialling age-assurance mechanisms for children aged 13–16. Michelle Grattan explains the significance of the plan.

Matt Williams

Senior International Editor

Elon Musk’s feud with Brazilian judge is much more than a personal spat − it’s about national sovereignty, freedom of speech and the rule of law

Yasmin Curzi de Mendonça, University of Virginia

Brazil’s attempt to strike a balance between free speech and regulation of online platforms has become politicized – complicating future legislation.

Albanese promises to legislate minimum age for kids’ access to social media

Michelle Grattan, University of Canberra

The Albanese government will legislate this term to enforce a minimum age for children to access social media.

 
 
 
 

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