EU orders WhatsApp to give free access to AI chatbots
( June 9, 2026, 15:22 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The European Commission has ordered Meta Platforms to give free access for AI chatbots wanting to find users across the WhatsApp messaging platform. The decision is an "interim measure" that aims to protect the distribution channel pending a full probe into whether a policy to limit access and charge for usage is an abuse of market power by Meta. The press release is attached. ...
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