"Judge dismisses Elon Musk's lawsuit, sparking hope for hate speech watchdogs"
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A federal judge's dismissal of Elon Musk's lawsuit against the Center for Countering Digital Hate is seen as a win for free speech and research accountability on Twitter, which Musk now owns. The decision could embolden other research groups and Musk critics facing legal threats, as it underscores the protection of constitutionally guaranteed free speech rights. Musk's efforts to stifle criticism through lawsuits and steep data access fees for researchers have raised concerns about transparency and accountability on the platform.
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