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How will tensions between social media platforms and the firearm industry be resolved by end of 2025?
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Industry-wide agreement • 25%
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Smith & Wesson Suspended from Facebook After 15 Years, Thanks Elon Musk's X for Support Amid 1.6M+ Followers
Nov 30, 2024, 04:00 PM
Smith & Wesson, a prominent American gun manufacturer, has been suspended from Facebook, marking 15 years since the launch of its page, which garnered over 1.6 million followers. The suspension is described as 'indefinite' and is attributed to Meta's evolving regulations concerning firearm-related content. Following the suspension, Smith & Wesson expressed gratitude towards Elon Musk and his platform, X, which has welcomed the gun industry. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions between social media policies and the firearms sector, as companies like Smith & Wesson navigate these challenges in the current digital landscape.
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