Media Outlets Withdraw from X Amid Growing Concerns Over Misinformation Under Elon Musk’s Leadership
This trend reflects a broader unease within the journalistic community regarding the safety and integrity of information shared on social media.
In a significant shift, several prominent news organizations are pulling back from X, formerly known as Twitter, citing escalating concerns about the platform’s role in disseminating misinformation. This decision follows a series of controversial changes implemented by Elon Musk since his acquisition of the platform in late 2022.
The Guardian: This prominent British newspaper announced it would no longer post content on X, labelling it a “toxic media platform” that promotes disturbing content such as far-right conspiracy theories and racism. The Guardian emphasized that the benefits of maintaining a presence on X no longer outweigh the negatives, particularly in light of the recent U.S. presidential election/
La Vanguardia: The Spanish newspaper declared its intention to stop sharing content on X, criticizing it as a “disinformation network.” La Vanguardia cited the platform’s inadequate moderation and the proliferation of hateful content as reasons for their withdrawal.
Dagens Nyheter (DN): This leading Swedish newspaper also announced its decision to stop publishing articles on X, citing a “harsh and extreme” climate that has emerged since Musk’s takeover. DN’s editor-in-chief noted that the platform has increasingly aligned with Musk’s and Donald Trump’s political ambitions.
These withdrawals reflect a broader trend among media organizations reassessing their engagement with social media platforms amid rising concerns about misinformation and content moderation.
