UK Ofcom probes Meta over Instagram Instants risk assessments
The UK regulator is investigating whether Meta completed required safety assessments for the Instagram feature before launch.

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What happened
UK regulator Ofcom opened a formal investigation into Meta over risk assessments for Instagram Instants. 123 The assessments were required before the feature's launch. 3
Why it matters
The probe concerns compliance with the UK Online Safety Act regarding illegal content and child safety. 1
What to watch
Ofcom's investigation will examine whether Meta completed required risk assessments for Instagram Instants. 1
Sources · 3
[1]UK probes Meta over risk assessment of Instagram Instants
thehindubusinessline.com · via Marketaux
[2]UK probes Meta over risk assessment of Instagram Instants reut.rs/4rPMuRb
Reuters · Bluesky
[3]Meta faces UK probe over Instagram Instants safety assessment (META:NASDAQ)
seekingalpha.com · via Marketaux
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