Italy: Issued AGCM ruling in investigation into Meta Platforms over alleged deceptive commercial practices including EUR 3.5 million

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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…

Scope

Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Fair marketing and advertising practice requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
platform intermediary: user-generated content
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
competition authority

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2024-06-05
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On 5 June 2024, the Competition and Markets Authority (AGCM) imposed a fine of EUR 3.5 million on M…