Ireland’s media regulator has opened an investigation into X, the social platform owned by Elon Musk, focusing on whether its age-verification system and parental control tools are working as intended. The inquiry will examine whether X is properly enforcing age-assurance measures and whether users under 16 are adequately protected on a platform that allows adult content. Ireland’s Media Commission said the parental control features on X may fall short in several areas, including minimum requirements, discoverability, and how clearly they are presented to new users. If the platform is found to have breached Irish online safety rules, the regulator could impose a fine of up to €20 million or 10% of the company’s relevant annual revenue. Semafor was cited as the source.
Ireland’s media regulator has opened an investigation into X, the social platform owned by Elon Musk, over the effectiveness of its age-verification system and parental control measures.
Probe centers on safeguards for younger users
Ireland’s Media Commission said the investigation will assess whether X is properly enforcing age-assurance measures and whether it provides adequate protection for users under 16 while allowing adult content on the platform.
Regulator flags possible shortcomings
According to the regulator, X’s parental control features may have several issues. These include potentially failing to meet minimum requirements, being difficult for users to find, and not being clearly presented to new users.
Potential penalty reaches €20 million
If X is found to have violated Irish online safety rules, the regulator could fine the company up to €20 million or 10% of its relevant annual revenue.
The report cited Semafor as the source.
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