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When A Founder Loses Access To A Meta Account: Legal And Strategic Considerations In Europe
For founders and international businesses, losing access to Meta platforms has evolved from a technical inconvenience into a critical business continuity and reputational risk. This publication examines the legal and strategic considerations surrounding Meta account disputes, including platform governance, executive impersonation, GDPR implications, and the importance of coordinated escalation strategies in an increasingly platform-dependent digital economy.
Malta Media & IT
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Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates
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Major Platform Hit With DSA Breach – What Could This Mean?
On the 6th of February 2026, the European Commission issued preliminary findings indicating that a major social media platform's design, specifically its use of infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications and a highly‑personalised recommender system, may breach the Digital Services Act (DSA). This through fostering compulsive use and undermining users' mental and physical wellbeing, with particular concern for minors and vulnerable adults.
Malta Technology
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BDO Malta