The social network X, owned by billionaire Elon Musk, has submitted corrective measures related to its blue check symbol used in its verification system for accounts. This announcement was made by European Commission spokesperson Thomas Regnier, following a significant fine imposed on X by the EU last December amounting to €120 million (approximately 2.9 billion CZK). The fine was levied as the European Commission found that X's verification system for verified accounts was misleading and failed to grant researchers access to public data. This penalty was the first imposed under the EU's Digital Services Regulation, drawing criticism from the United States which accuses the EU of promoting censorship.

Regnier noted that the European Commission would carefully assess the proposed measures from X, but did not provide additional details on what those changes specifically entail. According to Bloomberg, X has agreed to modify its verification mechanism within the European Union. However, representatives of X have not responded to requests for comments from various news agencies, indicating a reluctance to engage publicly about the matter.

The EU's action against X reflects its broader efforts to enforce digital regulations that promote transparency and accountability among social media platforms, a key priority in its digital strategy. The ongoing scrutiny of X underscores the tension between the EU and the US regarding digital governance, as the regulatory landscape evolves to address emerging challenges in social media and online communication.