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    X plays up blue checkmark disclaimer to stave off possible EU fine, source says

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    Posted on June 6, 2025

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    Last updated: January 23, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    X emphasizes its blue checkmark disclaimer to avoid a potential EU fine. The EU's investigation under the Digital Services Act is ongoing.

    X Emphasizes Blue Checkmark Disclaimer to Avoid EU Penalties

    By Foo Yun Chee

    BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Elon Musk's social media company X has highlighted a disclaimer to its blue checkmark in an attempt to head off a possible hefty fine from EU antitrust regulators, a person familiar with the matter said.

    The European Commission in July last year charged X with deceiving users, saying that the blue checkmark does not correspond to industry practices and that anyone can pay to get a "verified" status.

    The blue checkmark had previously indicated that an account belonged to a public figure whose identity was verified but Musk changed it to indicate it belonged to a paid subscriber after acquiring X in 2022.

    X has not admitted wrongdoing and the prominent display of the blue checkmark disclaimer is not part of any settlement proposal with the EU tech enforcer, the person said. The prominent display started a week ago.

    The Commission said it took note of X's announcement.

    "Our investigation related to the blue checkmark is ongoing," a spokesperson said.

    X did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment.

    The EU probe is under the Digital Services Act which requires large online platforms to do more to tackle illegal and harmful content or risk fines as much as 6% of their global annual revenue.

    Bloomberg was the first to report on the blue checkmark disclaimer.

    (Reporting by Foo Yun Chee; editing by David Evans)

    Key Takeaways

    • •X highlights blue checkmark disclaimer to avoid EU fines.
    • •EU charges X with misleading users about verification.
    • •Blue checkmark now indicates paid subscriber status.
    • •EU investigation under Digital Services Act is ongoing.
    • •X's disclaimer display is not a settlement proposal.

    Frequently Asked Questions about X plays up blue checkmark disclaimer to stave off possible EU fine, source says

    1What is the reason behind X's emphasis on the blue checkmark disclaimer?

    X is highlighting the blue checkmark disclaimer to potentially avoid a hefty fine from EU antitrust regulators, who have charged the company with deceiving users.

    2What changes did Elon Musk make to the blue checkmark system?

    Elon Musk changed the blue checkmark's meaning from indicating a verified public figure to representing a paid subscriber status after acquiring X.

    3What are the potential consequences for X under the Digital Services Act?

    Under the Digital Services Act, X risks fines of up to 6% of its global annual revenue if it fails to tackle illegal and harmful content effectively.

    4Has X admitted to any wrongdoing regarding the blue checkmark?

    No, X has not admitted any wrongdoing, and the display of the blue checkmark disclaimer is not part of any settlement proposal with the EU.

    5What is the current status of the EU's investigation into X?

    The investigation related to the blue checkmark is ongoing, as stated by a spokesperson from the European Commission.

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