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💻 BBC Tech • Thursday, February 12, 2026
⚡ Key Highlights
- EU tells Meta to allow rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp
- Meta accused of breaching rules and abusing dominant position
- European Commission seeks ‘urgent’ changes
- Meta disputes EU’s claims, but may face interim measures
The EU has ordered Meta to allow rival AI chatbots to operate on WhatsApp, citing breach of rules and abuse of dominant position. The decision comes after Meta restricted access to its AI assistant, Meta AI, on the popular messaging app. The European Commission stated that WhatsApp is a crucial entry point for AI chatbots, and Meta’s actions are hindering competition. A Meta spokesperson disputed the EU’s claims, but the Commission is pushing for ‘urgent’ changes. The EU may impose interim measures to prevent Meta from causing harm to the market. This development is part of the EU’s broader efforts to regulate big tech firms through its digital laws.
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Original Source: BBC Tech
