Brazil Suspends Elon Musk's Social Media Platform X

Elon Musk's social media platform X has been banned in Brazil following a Supreme Court order due to the company's refusal to appoint a legal representative in the country, escalating tensions around free speech and misinformation. Musk criticized Brazilian Justice Alexandre de Moraes as an 'evil dictator', asserting that the order is a suppression of democratic values and freedom of speech. This shutdown has prompted a significant migration of users to alternative platforms like Bluesky and Threads, which have reported a surge in registrations from Brazil. Musk also warned that similar censorship could occur in the U.S. if Democrats win the upcoming election, highlighting concerns about free speech globally. The ban places Brazil among a group of countries that have restricted access to platforms like X, often under authoritarian regimes, and reflects ongoing global debates about digital freedom. As access to X is blocked, users are advised to utilize VPNs to bypass restrictions.