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EU threatens Meta with fines over 'addictive' Facebook and Instagram
The European Union has warned Meta that its platforms' features, such as infinite scroll, may violate consumer protection laws by promoting compulsive use. Regulators argue these design choices foster unhealthy habits, particularly among younger users. Meta could face significant fines if it fails to address the concerns.
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The EU's move signals a broader regulatory crackdown on addictive design, but proving causation between UI features and compulsive behavior remains a challenge.
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