UK watchdog investigates Meta over Instagram feature
Britain communications regulator has launched its first Online Safety Act investigation into Meta. Ofcom is questioning whether Meta properly assessed risks posed by the Instagram Instants feature before its May launch.
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The United Kingdom's communications regulator opened its first formal probe into META PLATFORMS INC-CLASS A under the Online Safety Act on Tuesday morning, examining the risk assessments behind the Instagram Instants feature. The inquiry tests enforcement powers under a regulatory regime designed to curb illegal content and protect minors online. Non-compliance carries severe financial penalties of up to £18 million or 10% of qualifying worldwide revenue.
