Brazil Judge Bans X Amid Musk's Legal Battle Against Top Court

Musk vs. Moraes: A High-Stakes Showdown

X Accused of Amplifying Extremism

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Moraes Orders X to Be Banned

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Musk Fires Back at Moraes

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X CEO Expresses Disappointment

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Millions of Brazilians Affected by the Ban

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Musk and X Fight Back

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China's Factory Activity Slumps

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Property Crisis and Weak Domestic Demand

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Musk vs. Moraes: A High-Stakes Showdown

A months-long feud over misinformation and hate speech.

X Accused of Amplifying Extremism

Moraes alleges X contributed to a "lawless environment" in Brazilian social networks.

Moraes Orders X to Be Banned

The judge's ruling cites repeated violations of court orders.

Musk Fires Back at Moraes

Musk calls the ban "oppressive" and accuses Moraes of political motives.

X CEO Expresses Disappointment

Yaccarino says the ban is a "sad day for X users" and hopes for change in Brazil.

Millions of Brazilians Affected by the Ban

The ban limits access to information and communication for many Brazilians.

Musk and X Fight Back

The company plans to challenge the ban and expose Moraes' alleged "illegal demands."

China's Factory Activity Slumps

A weak manufacturing PMI raises pressure for more stimulus measures.

Property Crisis and Weak Domestic Demand

China's economic challenges are compounded by a struggling property sector.

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