EU accuses Meta and TikTok of DSA breaches
The European Commission ruled on Friday that TikTok and Meta violated multiple requirements of the Digital Services Act. Both technology companies denied researchers proper access to public data, according to the commission’s preliminary findings.
Meta also failed to establish simple systems for users to report illegal material and dispute moderation choices on Instagram and Facebook. The commission determined that complex reporting procedures may leave harmful content unaddressed and prevent users from challenging decisions about their posts.
The commission opened formal investigations into both platforms earlier this year. TikTok faces scrutiny over measures to prevent user addiction and protect minors from harmful material, while Meta undergoes review of its efforts to reduce risks to public debate and elections.
Both companies hold Very Large Online Platform status under the act, which took effect on Oct. 19, 2022. If violations are confirmed, each company could face penalties totaling up to 6 percent of its global annual revenue.
