UK regulator investigates Meta's commercial terms over publishers' content and AI
The UK's CMA is examining whether Meta's commercial terms, letting it use publishers' content for its own services including AI, abuse a dominant position.
By GennnAi··1 min read
The investigation, announced on October 30, 2026, falls under the Competition Act 1998. Meta had planned to revise the terms on November 20 but announced a pause on October 28, pending consultation with industry groups. The CMA is responding to concerns, notably from the News Media Association and Movement for an Open Web. No decision has been made on any breach; the CMA will gather evidence.
Source: GOV.UK (Competition and Markets Authority), published on October 30, 2026.