EU claims Facebook and Instagram features fuel addictive behavior
The European Union has accused Facebook and Instagram of using "addictive design" that leads to compulsive usage and unhealthy habits. According to regulators, Meta has not done enough to mitigate risks to the mental and physical well-being of its users. They labeled existing safety measures, such as time-tracking features and parental controls, as insufficient. Officials noted that Meta could face financial penalties if these allegations are proven true.