Elon Musk praises EU regulators for mandating USB-C standard
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What happened
Elon Musk publicly credited European Union regulators for requiring Apple products to use USB-C. This praise follows a December 2025 fine of €120 million levied against X by the European Commission under the Digital Services Act. The EU's common charger directive made USB-C mandatory for small devices in the bloc starting December 28, 2024, and for laptops in 2026, a rule Apple had previously opposed.
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Why it matters
The EU's directive forces manufacturers to standardize connectors across their product lines. This regulatory shift impacts product design and supply chain requirements for electronics sold within the European Union.
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Who's involved
- Elon MuskBusinessman and entrepreneur who publicly commented on the EU's regulatory actions.
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Elon Musk
businessman and entrepreneur (born 1971)