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X submits proposed changes to its blue-check verification system in the EU after €120 million fine

First covered Friday, March 13, 2026Technology & SocietyWell-covered

The Facts

  • X has submitted proposed remedies/changes related to its blue-check (verification) system to the European Commission.
  • A European Commission spokesperson (Thomas Régnier/Regnier) said the Commission will now assess the proposed remedies submitted by X.
  • The European Commission fined X €120 million in December under the Digital Services Act (DSA).
  • EU regulators alleged that X’s verification approach—issuing verification badges to paying users—was deceptive or could mislead users.
  • The Commission spokesperson did not provide details about what changes X proposed for European users.
  • X did not immediately respond to media requests for comment in connection with the report about the proposed changes.

Context

What is X changing in the EU?

According to the European Commission spokesperson cited in reporting, X submitted remedies related to its blue-check verification feature; the Commission said it will assess the proposal, but no details of the changes were disclosed. Bloomberg Business,Punch Newspapers

Why did the EU fine X?

The European Commission fined X under the Digital Services Act, alleging that the platform’s paid verification design (blue checks for subscribers) could mislead users and was deceptive. Bloomberg Business,Euronews English,Punch Newspapers

What happens next after X submitted remedies?

The Commission said it will carefully assess the proposed remedies submitted by X. Bloomberg Business,NDTV

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