European regulators launched a formal probe into Twitter. They suspect the platform fails to remove illegal hate speech and terrorist propaganda fast enough. This investigation targets Twitter’s compliance with the European Union’s Digital Services Act.

(Twitter Is Under Investigation For Failing To Delete Extreme Content)

The DSA requires big online platforms to fight illegal content effectively. Companies must act quickly after they find such material. They must also have strong systems to spot and remove it. Twitter might not meet these standards.

Authorities cited concerns about Twitter’s content moderation. They believe harmful posts stay online too long. This includes calls for violence and extremist recruitment. The probe will examine Twitter’s internal processes and resources.

Failure to comply with the DSA carries serious penalties. Fines could reach six percent of Twitter’s global revenue. The EU wants all platforms to protect users online. This investigation shows they will enforce the rules.

Regulators requested information from Twitter earlier. They reviewed the company’s responses. The responses did not satisfy the regulators. This led directly to the deeper investigation now starting. Officials will gather more evidence. They will interview experts. They might conduct inspections if needed.

Twitter faces pressure over harmful content since Elon Musk’s takeover. The company cut trust and safety staff. Musk also changed moderation policies. European officials note these changes. They worry these changes weakened protections.

(Twitter Is Under Investigation For Failing To Delete Extreme Content)

The investigation has no set end date. It focuses specifically on hate speech and terrorist content risks. Other DSA obligations for Twitter are not part of this probe. Twitter must cooperate fully with the European Commission. The company has not issued a public statement yet.