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Meta Platforms is challenging 'aberrant' requests for information made by EU antitrust regulators during two investigations into the company.

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The EU court adviser proposed that the Court of Justice dismiss both of Meta's appeals and uphold the judgments of the General Court.

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The judges of the Court of Justice will rule in the coming months, following the non-binding opinion of the Advocate General.

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EU Court Advisor Backs Meta in Data Fight

26 Feb

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Summary

An EU court adviser supported Meta's challenge against antitrust regulators.
The case concerns 'aberrant' information requests during investigations.
A ruling from the top EU court is expected in the coming months.

EU Court Advisor Backs Meta in Data Fight

An adviser to the Court of Justice of the European Union has recommended dismissing Meta Platforms' appeals against EU antitrust regulators. The U.S. tech giant had challenged information requests made during investigations into its Facebook social network and online classified ads.

The adviser, Athanasios Rantos, stated in a non-binding opinion that the General Court had not made legal errors when assessing the necessity of the requested information. This recommendation supports the EU's position in the ongoing dispute.