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Technology/Oct 31, 2026

UK investigates Meta’s commercial terms over publishers’ content; no infringement established

The UK competition regulator is investigating whether Meta’s commercial terms impose unfair conditions on publishers and other businesses that depend on its platforms. The proposed changes have been paused.