The EU may have some success getting tech firms to tackle fake news – but good luck with Elon Musk | Chris Stokel-Walker

The EU report cards are in, and they must address the fact that one platform is falling far behind others in dealing with misinformation

Results days for A-levels and GCSEs see pupils across the UK waiting with no small measure of anxiety for their grades. Big tech CEOs are having a similar experience this week, as the European Union announces the results of reports submitted by tech firms on the scale of fake news across social media. The reports were the first since the Digital Services Act gave the EU sweeping new powers to fine and otherwise punish those who perform poorly.

The report cards were welcome reading for most companies, who have done decently in tackling the scourge of disinformation. But for Elon Musk's Twitter, now known as X, the message was clear: Could do better."