欧盟，“罚酒三杯”？

Core Viewpoint - The European Commission has fined Elon Musk's social media platform X €120 million (approximately ¥988 million) for failing to comply with the Digital Services Act (DSA) after a two-year investigation [1][2]. Group 1: Regulatory Actions - The DSA, which came into effect in 2023, is considered one of the strictest internet regulations globally, requiring large online platforms to take legal responsibility for illegal content, misinformation, and algorithm transparency [1]. - The fine of €120 million is significantly lower than the maximum penalty of 6% of global annual revenue that companies could face for non-compliance with the DSA [1][2]. - The investigation revealed that X misled users with its paid "blue check" symbol and obstructed researchers from accessing data, failing to establish a compliant advertising database [1]. Group 2: Reactions and Implications - Henna Virkkunen, the European Commission's Vice President for Digital Affairs, stated that the fine was proportionate and based on the nature of the violations, the severity for affected EU users, and the duration of the violations [2]. - Prior to the announcement, U.S. Vice President Vance criticized the potential fine, arguing that the EU should support free speech rather than attack American companies [2]. - The EU has previously fined other tech giants, including €500 million for Apple and €200 million for Meta under the Digital Markets Act, and has a history of imposing significant fines on Google totaling €8.25 billion [2].