Facebook and Instagram Face EU Scrutiny: Potential Infringements Identified
Brussels – Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is under examination by the European Commission for thirteen potential violations of the Digital Services Act (DSA), the EU announced this week. The probe focuses on shortcomings in combating disinformation, regulating political advertising, and countering foreign interference, especially during the period leading up to last yearS European elections.
While the Commission has yet to reach preliminary conclusions on the most sensitive areas – those potentially creating friction with the United States – it has begun addressing what it deems less contentious infringements. This cautious approach reflects the EU’s delicate position as it asserts its digital authority.
The DSA and the Digital Markets act (DMA) represent a firm stance against the dominance of large tech companies, and European officials have signaled these regulations are non-negotiable. however,implementation is proving to be a calculated process.
Meta is not alone in facing EU scrutiny. The European Commission has launched approximately ten investigations targeting X (formerly Twitter), Apple, and Alphabet (Google’s parent company). The outcome of these investigations will test the EU’s resolve to enforce its digital laws,protect citizen rights,and maintain its international standing.The Commission must now decide whether to levy ample fines to ensure compliance.
