Mediapart to Leave Social Platform X Over Disinformation Concerns

The investigative outlet plans to exit Elon Musk's platform on January 20, citing threats to journalistic integrity and the spread of false information.

• Mediapart announced it will stop using X (formerly Twitter) on January 20, coinciding with Donald Trump's inauguration as U.S. president and Elon Musk's new government role.
• The publication criticized X as a 'massive disinformation weapon' and expressed concerns over the platform's lack of moderation and rise in hate speech.
• This decision follows similar moves by other media outlets, including Ouest-France and Sud Ouest, as well as international publications like The Guardian and La Vanguardia.
• Mediapart plans to focus on alternative platforms such as Mastodon and Bluesky while increasing public events to maintain audience engagement.
• Elon Musk, who purchased X in 2022, has been accused of fostering an environment of misinformation under the guise of promoting radical free speech.

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