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U.S. Opens Trade Probe Into Brazil's Digital Content Rules
The United States Trade Representative initiated a Section 301 investigation into Brazil's policies on social media liability. The probe follows a Brazilian court order requiring platforms to remove certain content.
Jul 14, 1:38 PM·1m read1 source
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The action targets requirements that social media companies remove specific posts. Brazil's supreme court issued the underlying order last June. The ruling holds platforms responsible for some user content and requires removal of material classified as hate speech or anti-democratic.
Background on the Brazilian court order The court order responded to online material linked to a 2023 attempt to challenge Brazil's election results. It applies to major platforms operating in the country. The U.S. investigation notice states that the Brazilian measures affect U.S. technology firms and electronic payment services.
Hearing at the U.S. International Trade Commission A hearing at the U.S.
International Trade Commission last week examined the Brazilian policies. Testimony addressed the impact on U.S. companies and Brazil's presidential election scheduled for this year. The investigation remains open. No tariff decision has been announced.
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