Balancing Freedom and Accountability on X Platform

• The Guardian, a British media outlet, has ceased posting on X due to toxic content.

• The decision is seen as a step towards restoring public accountability.

• Elon Musk, the platform’s owner, has used its influence to shape political discourse.

• Notable news outlets like NPR and PBS have also left X.

• The Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) quit X due to potential legal disputes.

• Research shows a link between social media algorithms and fake news, fuelled by new partisan owners.

• Elon Musk prioritizes free speech over truth and social responsibility.

• Social media platforms often conate issues and value power at the cost of empowerment.

• Julia Cagé’s study questions the business model of legacy media and its welfare effects.