X is reportedly changing its stance after weeks of defiance against conditions set by the Brazilian Supreme Court, which are necessary for its operations in the country. According to a report from The New York Times, X’s legal team announced in a court filing that the company has appointed a legal representative in Brazil, as mandated by Justice Alexandre de Moraes.
Additionally, X has taken steps to remove accounts deemed a threat to democracy and has settled outstanding fines. However, the Supreme Court indicated that X still has not submitted all required documents, giving the company five days to comply.
The documentation in question pertains to formal proof of the appointment of its legal representative in Brazil, as outlined by Brazilian law. In the recent court filing, X identified Rachel de Oliveira Conceicao as its new legal representative.
This move is part of X’s broader strategy to restore its service to Brazilian users after facing a blockage at the end of August. While the platform briefly reappeared earlier in the week using Cloudflare’s DNS, X described this return as “inadvertent and temporary,” suggesting ongoing challenges in its operations.
Despite the recent actions taken by X, the Brazilian government remains firm in its stance, threatening significant daily fines against both X and Starlink for non-compliance with the country’s regulations.
X Shifts Tactics Amid Brazilian Supreme Court Pressure, Aims to Reestablish Operations
Justice Moraes has imposed a nearly $1 million daily fine for the companies, alongside penalties for individual users who might attempt to bypass the ban using VPNs, which could result in fines of approximately $8,900. This tough approach reflects Brazil’s commitment to enforcing its laws in the digital space.
X’s recent compliance efforts signify a potential pathway for the platform to re-establish itself legally in Brazil. The company is actively working to navigate the legal hurdles set by the Supreme Court while trying to reconnect with its user base in the country. The court’s conditions appear to be a critical turning point for X, as failing to meet these requirements could prolong its absence from the Brazilian market.
X’s recent actions may signal a willingness to cooperate with Brazilian authorities, which could pave the way for its return. However, the company must quickly address the remaining documentation issues to avoid further penalties and restore service to its Brazilian users.
The ongoing negotiations and legal maneuvers highlight the complexities of operating in a stringent regulatory environment, as X seeks to balance compliance with its business interests.
