European Commission finds Facebook and Instagram design in breach of DSA
The European Commission has issued a preliminary finding stating that the design of Instagram and Facebook breaches the Digital Services Act due to addictive features.
By Europa Express10 Jul 2026 · 08:30 CETUpdated 10 Jul 2026 · 08:30 CET
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Core Briefing: European Commission finds Facebook and Instagram design in breach of DSA
Strategic Context: The European Commission has issued a preliminary finding stating that the design of Instagram and Facebook breaches the Digital Services Act due to addictive features.
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The European Commission announced on 10 July 2026 that it has reached a preliminary conclusion regarding Meta platforms Instagram and Facebook. According to the European Commission, the design of these services is considered addictive and currently in breach of the Digital Services Act. This assessment follows an ongoing evaluation of how the platforms operate under European digital regulations. The Commission is now taking the next steps in its regulatory process regarding these findings.