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Turkey Blocks Grok AI on X for Alleged Insults to Erdogan, Atatürk, and Religious Values

Turkey has blocked Grok AI content on X for allegedly insulting President Erdogan, Atatürk, and religious values, following a court order and investigation into the chatbot’s unfiltered Turkish-language responses. This move reflects Turkey’s broader crackdown on free expression, targeting any unregulated voice—human or AI—that challenges the state’s narrative.

lElon Musk’s xAI Acquires X in $80 Billion Deal, Signaling Bold AI-Social Media Fusion

Elon Musk’s xAI has acquired X (formerly Twitter) in an all-stock deal announced on March 28, 2025, valuing xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion after accounting for $12 billion in debt. The move aims to blend xAI’s AI innovations, like the Grok chatbot, with X’s platform to enhance user experiences and accelerate human progress, following Musk’s 2022 purchase of Twitter for $44 billion.

X Suspends Accounts of Turkish Opposition Figures

Social media platform X has suspended several accounts of Turkish opposition figures amid protests over the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on corruption charges, with Politico reporting that X complied with 86 percent of government takedown requests in Turkey during the second half of 2024.

Greece's General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) has announced its decision to quit X (formerly Twitter) due to the platform's alleged policy changes after being acquired by Elon Musk. The union cited concerns over the rise of fake news, far-right conspiracy theories, and increased toxicity on the platform, stating it would seek alternative ways to communicate its views to the public.

Greece's Major Trade Union Quits X Over Policy Changes and Toxicity

Greece’s General Confederation of Greek Workers (GSEE) has announced its decision to quit X (formerly Twitter) due to the platform’s alleged policy changes after being acquired by Elon Musk. The union cited concerns over the rise of fake news, far-right conspiracy theories, and increased toxicity on the platform, stating it would seek alternative ways to communicate its views to the public.

Greece and EU Nations Call for Action Against Foreign Election Interference

Greece and 11 other EU nations have urged the European Commission to take stronger action against foreign election interference under the Digital Services Act. The call comes amid growing concerns over Russia and China’s influence, with upcoming elections in Germany and Poland heightening the urgency for preventive measures.

TikTok Resumes Service in U.S. After Trump’s Statement on Truth Social

Just hours after TikTok was temporarily shut down in the U.S. due to a federal ban, the platform resumed service following a statement from President-elect Donald Trump on Truth Social. Trump announced plans to issue an executive order on his first day in office to pause the ban, giving TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, more time to secure an approved buyer. This announcement allowed TikTok to continue operating for over 170 million American users without facing penalties.

Federal Investigation Accuses Social Media Giants of Mass Surveillance

A federal investigation by the FTC has accused major social media companies of engaging in “mass surveillance” by collecting and selling vast amounts of user data. The report highlights concerns over privacy risks and the lack of protection for children, while companies like Meta, YouTube, and TikTok face scrutiny for prioritizing profits from targeted advertising.

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Global Cyberattack: Social Media Accounts Hacked - Greek Fire Department Among Victims

Hackers targeted hundreds of X (formerly Twitter) accounts globally, impacting users from Alaska to the Philippines, including the Greek Fire Department. The hackers’ message, appearing on numerous compromised accounts, read: “This account has been hacked. We are publishing an address in each of them to make a profit together.” Victims included media outlets, athletes, politicians, and even government entities.

Elon Musk Encourages Followers to Explore "The Iliad," But Shares Image of "The Odyssey"

Even tech billionaires aren’t immune to the occasional literary slip-up. Elon Musk, known for his ventures into space and technology, surprised followers by recommending Homer’s epic poem “The Iliad.” However, the image accompanying his tweet featured the cover of “The Odyssey,” a different (though equally famous) work by the ancient Greek poet.

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