X denies French allegations of fraudulent data extraction, algorithm abuse

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X denies French allegations of fraudulent data extraction, algorithm abuse

X. The 'X' logo is seen on the top of the headquarters of the messaging platform X, formerly known as Twitter, in downtown San Francisco, California, U.S., July 30, 2023.

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Elon Musk’s social media platform X said on Monday, July 21, it denied all allegations made by French authorities over manipulation of its algorithm and “fraudulent data extraction,” adding that it has not acceded to the demands made in a French criminal investigation.

“French authorities have requested access to X’s recommendation algorithm and real-time data about all user posts on the platform in order for several ‘experts’ to analyze the data and purportedly ‘uncover the truth’ about the operation of the X platform,” X said, adding that they denied the demands since they ‘have a legal right to do.’

French authorities have launched a politically-motivated criminal investigation into X over the alleged manipulation of its algorithm and alleged “fraudulent data extraction.” X categorically denies these allegations.

This investigation, instigated by French politician Eric…

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