IFF & SFLC moves Delhi HC over disputed Delhi Police takedown notices
Internet Freedom Foundation and Software Freedom Law Center filed petitions in Delhi High Court after questioning the authenticity of takedown notices purportedly from Delhi Police. Investigation revealed the email address on notices bounced as non-existent, and concerns emerged about lack of verification mechanisms in X's Law Enforcement Request system. The case highlights gaps in how takedown notices are validated before platforms remove content.
Key points
- IFF and SFLC challenge potentially fraudulent Delhi Police takedown notices
- Email verification showed notices came from non-existent addresses
- Exposed gaps in X's verification process for law enforcement requests
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