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Meta被欧盟正式起诉,最高罚款可至年收入6%

Core Points - The European Commission has formally charged Meta under the Digital Services Act for deficiencies in its content moderation systems [1][2] - If found guilty, Meta could face fines of up to 6% of its global annual revenue [1] - Meta disputes the charges, asserting that it has adjusted its policies to comply with legal requirements [1][2] Summary by Sections Allegations Details - The core of the allegations revolves around user rights and platform responsibilities, with Meta failing to provide an easy way for users to report illegal content such as child sexual abuse and terrorism [2] - The platform lacks sufficient tools for users to appeal unilateral moderation decisions when their posts are removed or accounts suspended [2] - This case is the first under the Digital Services Act, which aims to set unified standards for how tech giants manage online content [2] Regulatory Environment - Meta is not the only tech company under scrutiny by the EU; other companies like X (formerly Twitter) are also facing investigations regarding their content moderation practices [4] - The EU's regulatory actions against American tech giants have historically been a sensitive issue in transatlantic relations, with past threats of tariff retaliation from the U.S. [4][5] Implications for Trade Relations - The charges against Meta may complicate ongoing trade negotiations between the EU and the U.S., potentially being viewed as another blow to American businesses [5] - Despite a recent tariff agreement between the EU and the U.S., the implementation details are still under negotiation, leaving room for uncertainty [4][5]