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Meta Under Fire: UK Regulators Expose Rampant Scam Ads on Facebook, Instagram

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News18•18-03-2026, 13:40

Meta Under Fire: UK Regulators Expose Rampant Scam Ads on Facebook, Instagram

•UK financial institution FCA accuses Meta of failing to curb illegal money-making ads despite promises.
•Investigation found 1,052 illegal ads on Meta platforms, over half from previously reported individuals.
•FCA reports no significant improvement despite discussions; Meta claims efforts against fraud.
•Fraud is the most common crime in the UK, often originating from Meta platforms, exposing billions to scams.
•New UK law's key provisions against fraudulent paid ads won't take effect until 2027, delaying direct fines.

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