EU tells Instagram, Facebook to change addictive features or risk fines

The EU charged Meta Platforms’ Instagram and Facebook with breaching its tech rules, targeting product features regulators say are designed to keep users hooked. The action demands changes to autoplay and infinite scroll, warning of potential fines if Meta does not comply. This raises regulatory risk for Meta’s core engagement mechanics and could pressure sentiment and near-term expectations.

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The EU charged Meta Platforms’ Instagram and Facebook with breaching its tech rules, targeting product features regulators say are designed to keep users hooked. The action demands changes to autoplay and infinite scroll, warning of potential fines if Meta does not comply. This raises regulatory risk for Meta’s core engagement mechanics and could pressure sentiment and near-term expectations.