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Meta claims Ofcom fining power is unlawful
Filed: May 07, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Meta says Ofcom’s ‘unprecedented’ fining power is unlawful and is challenging UK online safety penalties.
WHO: Meta
WHAT: Meta filed a legal challenge against Ofcom’s fining power under UK online safety rules.
WHEN: May 07, 2026 at 12:26 PM ET
WHERE: United Kingdom
WHY: Meta is challenging Ofcom’s fining power over UK online safety rules and penalties.
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