Data protection: MEPs call for sanctions against Meta
A group of Members of the European Parliament has officially requested that the European Commission impose severe sanctions against the American giant Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram. This request follows growing concerns regarding the privacy of European users and the platform's handling of personal data.
European representatives emphasize that Meta has not sufficiently modified its practices despite repeated warnings from regulatory authorities. According to them, the company's business model, based on targeted advertising, does not always comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), a strict European law that protects Union citizens.
This case comes in a context where the European Union is seeking to strengthen its oversight of large technology companies. The MEPs believe it is necessary to demonstrate exemplary firmness to ensure that the digital rights of French and European citizens are fully respected in the face of web giants.
For its part, Meta claims to be collaborating with authorities and asserts that its services comply with current legal requirements. The company points out that it has already invested billions of euros to improve its security and privacy systems over the past few years.
The European Commission must now decide whether to open a formal investigation. If the accusations are confirmed, Meta could face very significant financial fines, which could represent a substantial portion of its global annual turnover.