- EU officials are investigating Meta under the new Digital Services Act over concerns about protecting younger users.
- Platforms like Facebook and Instagram may be breaching the D.S.A. by stimulating behavioral addictions in children.
- Meta has implemented tools to protect children and is working with the EU Commission to address concerns.
EU Launches Investigation into Meta Over Protection of Younger Users
EU officials have launched an investigation into Meta under the new Digital Services Act (D.S.A.) powers, focusing on the company’s efforts to protect younger users on platforms like Facebook and Instagram. The Commission is concerned about potential breaches related to the protection of minors and behavioral addictions in children. Meta has stated that it has implemented tools and policies to address these concerns and is cooperating with the EU Commission.