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Meta Faces EU Setback

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Meta has encountered a legal setback as an adviser to Europe’s top court supported regulators in a dispute over information requests tied to antitrust investigations.

The opinion backed the authority of EU competition officials to request necessary documentation during probes into digital platforms.

Meta had challenged the scope of these requests, arguing they were excessive and raised privacy concerns.

The adviser concluded that the regulator’s access was limited and accompanied by safeguards, suggesting no disproportionate intrusion.

While the opinion is non-binding, it is often influential in shaping final rulings.

The case highlights ongoing tensions between major technology firms and European oversight bodies.

Instagram Adds Teen Safety Alerts

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Instagram will begin notifying parents when teenagers repeatedly search for content related to self-harm or suicide within a short timeframe.

The feature will be available through the platform’s optional supervision settings, allowing guardians to receive alerts about concerning search patterns.

The update comes as several governments consider stricter measures to protect young users online, including potential restrictions on access to social media for minors.

The platform said the alerts build on existing safeguards that block harmful searches and redirect users to support resources.

The move reflects growing global pressure on digital platforms to strengthen safety mechanisms for younger audiences.

Zuckerberg Defends Instagram Policies in Court

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Los Angeles trial, denying claims that Instagram intentionally targets children under 13.

The case centers on allegations that social media platforms harmed a user’s mental health during childhood. Lawyers presented internal company documents suggesting discussions around engaging younger audiences, while Zuckerberg maintained that Meta does not permit users below the minimum age requirement.

He acknowledged past internal conversations about creating safer versions of services for younger users but stated such plans were never implemented.

The lawsuit forms part of a broader wave of legal challenges facing major technology companies over their impact on young users’ wellbeing.

Meta has argued that its platforms include safety measures and that verifying user age remains a broader industry challenge.

The trial could influence future legal debates around platform responsibility and digital product design.