Meta Platforms, Inc.
Meta Platforms, Inc., formerly known as Facebook, Inc., is a leading American technology conglomerate that owns and operates several major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Founded by Mark Zuckerberg and his college roommates in 2004, Meta has grown into one of the largest companies in the world, focusing on connecting people and building community through its various products and services. However, it has faced significant scrutiny and legal challenges regarding issues of privacy, data security, and antitrust practices, particularly following its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp, which have led to allegations of anti-competitive behavior by regulatory bodies.
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Luxembourg:
Meta is suing NSO for damages related to surveillance attacks on WhatsApp users.
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Ghana:
The fine was imposed on Meta over its 'pay for privacy' system, which means users have to pay to avoid data collection or agree to share their data with Meta-owned platforms Facebook and Instagram to keep using the platforms for free.
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Estonia:
Meta was fined 200 million euros for its 'pay or agree' model, which required users to either accept personalized ads or pay for an ad-free version.
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Latvia:
Meta's imposed fine is related to a paywall model that violated the Digital Markets Act requirements.
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Pakistan:
Meta was fined for violating laws related to the use of personal data.
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United Arab Emirates:
Meta is the parent company of Facebook and is involved in a historic antitrust trial regarding illegal monopoly practices.
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United Arab Emirates:
Meta is facing a trial in Washington over allegations of illegal monopolistic practices regarding Instagram and WhatsApp.
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