EU steps up probe into Meta over claims of addictive design harming children

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The EU is investigating Meta for using addictive design tactics that harm children, alleging Digital Services Act violations. Potential fines reach 6% of Meta's global revenue if confirmed. The probe signals intensifying regulatory pressure on consumer-facing platforms over product design ethics.

• •EU regulators probing Meta for exploitative design practices targeting children
• •Fines up to 6% of global revenue possible if violations confirmed
• •Part of broader Digital Services Act enforcement targeting tech platforms

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