Meta’s chief of global affairs, Joel Kaplan, announced the company’s readiness to involve former President Donald Trump if it continues to face regulatory challenges from the European Union (EU). Kaplan made these comments during the Munich Security Conference, highlighting concerns over perceived discrimination against American tech firms.
The company has incurred significant fines, totaling over $3 million, for violations of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Additionally, Meta is under investigation for allegations regarding the protection of minors on its platform.
In response to recent antitrust fines, Meta plans to open its Facebook Marketplace to third-party competitors within the EU. This move comes as part of a strategy to comply with EU regulations while also addressing ongoing scrutiny.
Kaplan’s remarks signal a shift in Meta’s approach to international regulators. The company has previously expressed dissatisfaction with penalties but is now suggesting a more aggressive stance by potentially escalating issues to the U.S. government.
Trump has indicated a willingness to challenge EU penalties, describing them as a form of taxation on American companies. This context allows Meta to leverage Trump’s position as a warning to regulators considering further actions against the company.
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