EU Accuses Meta and TikTok of Breaking Digital Rules
The European Union has formally accused tech giants Meta and TikTok of violating its landmark Digital Services Act (DSA), putting them at risk of substantial fines. The European Commission stated that both companies are failing to provide adequate data access to researchers, which is crucial for understanding issues like children's exposure to harmful content online. Additionally, Meta's platforms, Facebook and Instagram, were accused of not having user-friendly systems for reporting illegal content and for challenging content moderation decisions. The EU also cited "dark patterns"—deceptive design practices that can confuse users. Both companies have rejected the accusations. Meta stated it is confident its solutions comply with the law, while TikTok emphasized its commitment to transparency but noted a tension between data access and user privacy rules. The companies can now propose solutions to address the EU's concerns. If the Commission is […]