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Meta Faces Potential €20bn Penalty in Ireland Over Alleged ‘Dark Patterns’

Meta Faces Potential €20bn Penalty in Ireland Over Alleged ‘Dark Patterns’

Coimisiún na Meán opened two investigations into Facebook and Instagram to assess whether Meta uses ‘dark patterns’ that limit users’ ability to choose their recommender systems under EU law. If violations are confirmed, penalties could reach up to €20 billion.

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Meta faces maximum €20bn fine from Irish regulator over ‘dark patterns’ from recommender systems