Elon Musk has announced that X will release its new recommendation algorithm as open source within seven days. This decision covers the code determining both organic and advertising post recommendations for users. The move comes amid significant regulatory pressure. X's algorithm is currently under investigation by France and the European Commission.

The European Commission recently extended a data retention order through 2026, demanding transparency regarding the platform's operations. Scrutiny has intensified following controversies involving X's chatbot, Grok. The AI was found generating Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) and has been utilized to create nonconsensual deepfake imagery.

While Musk previously promised open-sourcing in 2023, those initial code releases were criticized for omitting key details and failing to remain updated. The new pledge commits to quarterly updates with comprehensive developer notes. This transparency initiative is crucial for X as it navigates legal challenges in the EU and seeks to rebuild trust with users and advertisers concerned about algorithmic bias and safety.