META FACES NEW CHALLENGE OVER ITS AD-FREE SUBSCRIPTION OFFERING

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Meta's ad-free subscription service in Europe is facing regulatory issues as the Consumer Protection Cooperation Network finds it misleading. The service, designed to let users opt out of ads and data tracking for a fee, has been criticized for pressuring users and lacking clear information. The EU Commission has ruled that the plan does not comply with the Digital Markets Act, and Meta must address these concerns to avoid potential fines.