EU threatens Facebook and Instagram with sanctions over addiction

The European Commission demands major changes to Facebook and Instagram to curb addiction.

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The EU accuses the platforms of fostering dependency through features like infinite scrolling.

Stricter rules for minors may be introduced as early as autumn.

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