EU deepens probe into X after Musk outbursts

Brussels, Belgium: The EU on Friday demanded X provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide ranging probe into the platform, as Elon...

Brussels, Belgium: The EU on Friday demanded X provide more details about its algorithms as part of its wide-ranging probe into the platform, as Elon Musk's outbursts on European politics ramp up pressure for the bloc to act.

Musk, who will be a part of Donald Trump's incoming administration in the United States, has angered Europe with a series of attacks on the continent's leaders as well as support for Germany's far-right AfD party before next month's vote.

The European Commission, which acts as the bloc's digital watchdog, has come under fierce scrutiny from EU lawmakers seeking tougher measures against X and Musk's "interference" in Germany.

Musk's X is suspected of manipulating the platform's systems to give far-right posts and politicians greater visibility over other political groups.

X has been under investigation since December 2023 under the European Union's landmark content law -- known as the Digital Services Act (DSA) -- regarding how it tackles the spread of illegal content and information manipulation.