( July 27, 2026, 15:34 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Meta has wrongfully verified AI-generated Instagram accounts through its blue-check system, breaching the EU’s Digital Services Act, according to Spanish advocacy group Fundación Maldita.es. The group unveiled at least 25 AI-accounts, with a total of over 5 million followers, which all promote health-related products on Amazon, such as supplements, treatments and e-books. By incorrectly verifying accounts, Meta could deceive users and violate its obligations as a Very Large Online Platform to ensure generated content is recognizable.Statement follows, report attached....
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