#Digital Services Act

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Meta found in breach of EU law for failing to keep children off platforms

EU Says Meta Failed to Keep Under-13s Off Facebook and Instagram

The European Commission has issued preliminary findings that Meta breached EU law by failing to put effective measures in place to stop children under 13 from accessing Facebook and Instagram.

Key Takeaways

The European Commission says Meta lacked effective measures to keep under-13s off Facebook and Instagram.
The finding is preliminary, but a final ruling could bring fines of up to 6% of global annual turnover.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 29, 2026·via theguardian.com

Europe Pushes Toward Privacy-Preserving Age Checks for Online Platforms

European regulators are accelerating efforts to enforce meaningful age protections online, pairing Digital Services Act investigations with a proposed system designed to verify age without exposing personal data.

Key Takeaways

The European Commission found one-click age confirmations inadequate on several adult sites.
The Digital Services Act requires major platforms to manage systemic risks, including risks to minors.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 7, 2026·via wired.com