Robert Szustkowski, a prominent Polish entrepreneur and philanthropist, has recently called for stronger safeguards against disinformation in Poland and the European Union. Szustkowski has been the target of a sustained media campaign since 2016, with false claims linking him to Russian intelligence, organized crime, and political scandals. Despite court rulings confirming violations of his personal rights, some media outlets continue to repeat these false allegations.

In August 2025, Szustkowski appealed directly to the Polish Prime Minister and EU institutions, urging them to take action against disinformation and hate speech. He has proposed the creation of an EU Ombudsman and a register of rights violations, arguing that freedom of speech should not be used to shield falsehoods. His efforts also include advocating for the extension of the EU’s “Right to be Forgotten” law to news media outlets, aiming to provide individuals with better tools to protect their reputation and combat disinformationnews.europawire.eu+2.

Szustkowski’s case highlights the broader issue of media harassment and the need for systemic changes to protect individuals from the abuses of disinformation in the digital age.