US Bans Five Europeans Over Alleged Tech Censorship Pressure

The U.S. State Department has barred five prominent Europeans, including former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton, from entering the country. Washington alleges they exerted pressure on American tech firms to censor speech, an accusation linked to European digital regulations like the Digital Services Act. This move intensifies diplomatic tensions over online content moderation.

• US State Department issued visa bans against five Europeans.
• Accused of pressuring US tech firms to censor American viewpoints.
• Individuals include former EU Commissioner Thierry Breton.
• Also targeted are leaders from anti-disinformation organizations.
• Decision sparks diplomatic row over online speech and EU tech regulations.
• Europe defends its Digital Services Act as safeguarding digital space.

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