Google, Meta Platforms (formerly Facebook), and TikTok have received support from Europe’s top court in their battle against an Austrian law that required them to delete hate speech or face hefty fines. The law, introduced in 2021, compelled large tech companies to release regular reports on illegal content. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled in favor of the three companies, stating that the Austrian law contradicted an EU rule mandating that online service providers should adhere to the regulations of the country where they are established. The ruling cannot be appealed. This decision comes as the European Union implements new regulations, known as the Digital Services Act, which demand that major online platforms take stronger action against illegal and harmful content or risk fines of up to 6% of their annual revenue.