Meta Platforms and Competition Board: Developments on Threads App
Competition Board, MetaPlatforms made an important decision regarding. The investigation launched on the allegations of data merging between Instagram and Threads applications was concluded with Meta offering some commitments. This process is considered a critical step in protecting competition.
Beginning of Investigation
Last year's in November, The Competition Board launched an investigation into claims that Meta Platforms may have violated competition rules by combining data via Threads and Instagram applications. During this process, Meta's application policies and their effects on user data were examined in detail. During this process, the Board imposed an administrative fine of 4,8 million TL per day on Meta.
Meta's Commitments and App Innovations
While evaluating the commitment text submitted by Meta, the Competition Board stated that the company promised significant innovations starting from the date when the Threads application will be re-launched in Turkey. These commitments are Without an Instagram account It will allow users to use the Threads app. It was also emphasized that users' data obtained through Threads will not be combined, unless they want to combine that data with Instagram.
Impact of Commitments on Competition
The board's statement noted that the commitments made by Meta were of a nature that could resolve competition issues and therefore it was decided to end the investigation. This situation stands out as an important development in terms of protecting the privacy of users' data.
The Future of Threads App
Meta's Threads app had announced that it would be temporarily shut down in Turkey starting April 29. However, if it complies with competition rules, the app is expected to be available again. This is considered a significant gain for both users and Meta. Users will have more control over data privacy and account security.
The Role and Importance of the Competition Board
The Competition Board undertakes important duties to protect competition in Turkey. It aims to protect consumer rights by monitoring the practices of large companies, such as Meta's case. Such investigations can have far-reaching consequences that affect not only a particular company but the entire sector.
Protection of User Data
Today, the protection of user data has become one of the most important issues in the digital world. The commitments made by Meta represent important steps in this area. Users need to be more informed about how their data is shared and how it is used to ensure a safe online experience.
As a result
The Competition Board’s decision regarding Meta Platforms stands out as a critical step in protecting competition in the digital market. Meta’s commitments will allow users to have a greater say in data privacy and application security. This is considered a positive development for both users and companies.
