Italy: AGCM investigation into Meta Platforms over alleged deceptive commercial practices concerning creation and management of accounts on Facebook and Instagram
Progress
Current status
in force
05 Jun 2024 in force
Scope
Implementers
Italy
Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
competition authority
Implementation Level
national
Timeline of events
Issued AGCM ruling in investigation into Meta Platforms over alleged deceptive commercial practices including EUR 3.5 million
On 5 June 2024, the Competition and Markets Authority (AGCM) imposed a fine of EUR 3.5 million on Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. and its parent company, Meta Platforms Inc., for engaging in two unfair commercial practices related to the management of F…
SourceEvent type
investigation
Action type
ruling
Government branch
executive
Government body
competition authority