Stockshots of social media platform X, formerly Twitter, as the EU says the company is misleading users with its blue checkmarks for certified accounts. The finding could lead to hefty fines for the platform, which is owned by US tech billionaire Elon Musk. EU regulators are unhappy with the blue badge system, which now allows anyone to obtain one with a paid-for premium subscription. The badge was previously reserved for the verified accounts of leaders, companies and journalists after approval. STOCKSHOTS of X