Brazil’s Supreme Court has swiftly halted Elon Musk’s social network X (formerly Twitter), ordering its immediate suspension nationwide. This decisive ruling follows a tense legal standoff over the platform’s failure to comply with previous court orders, highlighting Brazil’s firm commitment to enforcing its digital regulations.
The court’s decision didn’t stop at just suspending X. In a move that underscores the severity of the situation, the Supreme Court has also imposed steep fines on individuals or businesses attempting to sidestep the ban using VPNs. The message is clear: defying the law will come at a hefty price, with penalties reaching up to a staggering $8,874 per day for those caught accessing the platform through unauthorized means.
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