Meta hit with major EU probe into disinformation handling ahead of European elections

The European Commission has launched a significant investigation into Meta over concerns that the company has not adequately combated disinformation ahead of the upcoming EU Parliament elections. The probe focuses on potential non-compliance with the Digital Services Act (DSA), particularly concerning deceptive ads, disinformation campaigns, and the manipulation of content recommendations on platforms like Instagram and Facebook. Meta, facing possible hefty fines, asserts its commitment to improving its platform monitoring tools and cooperating with the Commission.