Core Points - Meta plans to appeal a 200-million-euro fine imposed by the EU for allegedly violating digital competition rules [1][2] - The fine is related to Meta's "pay for privacy" system, which requires users to either pay to avoid data collection or consent to share their data to use the platforms for free [2][3] - The European Commission concluded that Meta did not offer users a less personalized but equivalent version of its platforms, and warned of potential daily penalties under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) if compliance was not achieved [3] Company Defense - Meta's vice president Tim Lamb argues that the EU's decision is incorrect and unlawful, citing a 2023 EU court ruling that supports subscription models as a valid option [4] - Lamb contends that the EU's April decision disregards this ruling and incorrectly concludes that Meta's user choice does not comply with the DMA [4]