Brussels orders X to hand over documents on algorithm
Expansion of probe follows complaints from politicians in Germany ahead of election next month
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EU asks X for internal documents about algorithms as it steps up investigation
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E.U. steps up probe into Elon Musk's X over content moderation
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Vienna tries to allay Brussels’ fears over looming far-right government
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Hield's X-factor status magnified in Warriors' win over Pistons
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