(Twitter Investigated For Failing To Remove Fake Devices)

The European Commission started the probe. They suspect Twitter failed to meet its DSA obligations. These rules require big online platforms to manage risks. Platforms must assess risks like fake accounts. They must act to stop problems. Twitter might not have done enough checks.

Officials believe Twitter’s efforts were insufficient. They think Twitter lacks a proper system to combat fake accounts. This could let fake accounts stay active. Fake accounts might mislead people or influence public debate. The Commission is gathering evidence. They could impose large fines if Twitter is found guilty. Fines might reach six percent of global turnover.

(Twitter Investigated For Failing To Remove Fake Devices)

Twitter has not commented publicly on the investigation. The company faces growing pressure in Europe. The DSA demands greater accountability from big tech firms. This probe tests how strictly the rules will be enforced. Regulators want online platforms to be safer and more trustworthy. The investigation continues. Its outcome will be watched closely. Other platforms might face similar scrutiny.

(Twitter Fined For Failing To Remove Fake Experiment)

The problem started with an experiment Twitter ran. Twitter created fake accounts. These accounts pretended to be real Russian users. Twitter used these fake accounts internally. The company tested its own systems with them. Twitter wanted to see how its algorithms recommended content. The company admitted this test happened. The fake accounts existed for over a year. They operated from late 2020 until early 2022.

Russian law requires platforms to remove fake accounts. Platforms must delete false information quickly. Roskomnadzor claims Twitter knew about these fake accounts. The agency says Twitter did not delete them. Twitter failed to follow Russian regulations. This failure led to the fine.

(Twitter Fined For Failing To Remove Fake Experiment)

Roskomnadzor stated this is a repeated offense. Twitter has faced pressure in Russia for years. The platform has had service restrictions since 2018. Russian officials often accuse foreign tech firms of violating laws. This fine adds to those ongoing disputes. Twitter must pay the three million ruble penalty. The company has not commented publicly on this specific fine yet. Russian authorities continue monitoring the platform’s compliance.