EU Goes After Meta
Meta is under fire as European regulators launch a major antitrust investigation into WhatsApp’s AI policy. The probe will examine whether allowing AI providers access to WhatsApp violates EU competition rules, potentially giving Meta an unfair advantage over competitors.
This move is part of the EU’s crackdown on Big Tech dominance, signaling that even global giants are not untouchable.
WhatsApp Responds
WhatsApp says the claims are “baseless”, insisting the AI policy complies with all laws. But the EU’s antitrust watchdog is taking a closer look, making this one of the most high-stakes tech investigations of the year.
Why This Matters
Violating EU antitrust rules can result in fines of up to 10% of annual revenue. For Meta, this could mean billions of dollars in penalties. The investigation highlights Europe’s growing determination to regulate AI and tech giants and protect competition in messaging apps.
What Could Happen Next
If regulators rule against Meta:
- The company could face multi-billion-dollar fines
- AI integration across WhatsApp may be restricted or overhauled
- Big Tech companies worldwide may face stricter scrutiny
Europe is sending a clear message: no company is too big to break the rules.
Bottom Line
Meta’s WhatsApp AI policy has put the company at risk of one of the largest antitrust penalties in tech history. The investigation could reshape AI, messaging apps, and Big Tech regulation worldwide, making it a must-watch story for the tech world.
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