Instagram and Facebook will likely require a redesign after EU rules they’re ‘addictive’

Meta faces potential fines of up to $12 billion and mandatory redesigns of Instagram and Facebook due to a preliminary EU investigation finding the platforms' "addictive" design in breach of the Digital Services Act. The European Commission accused Meta of not adequately assessing the risks associated with their design, which could lead to significant changes in how the apps operate. This move underscores growing regulatory scrutiny on social media platforms' impact on user behavior and mental health, highlighting a broader effort to balance tech innovation with public welfare.