The EU said on Wednesday Meta is failing to prevent children under 13 using Facebook and Instagram, potentially exposing them to inappropriate content -- and putting the tech giant at risk of a massive fine.
The European Union has in recent months stepped up efforts to protect children online, with several member countries considering social media bans for under-16s.
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