European Commission formally investigates Meta Platforms (Facebook/Instagram) for potential DSA violations involving child safety and mental health concerns.
The European Commission has launched a formal investigation into Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, for potential breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA). The investigation will focus on child safety and mental health concerns on the platforms, including the potential for algorithms to stimulate addictive behaviors and the effectiveness of age verification tools. Violations of the DSA could result in fines of up to 6% of Meta's global annual turnover.
May 16, 2024
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