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Meta fined €1.2 billion by Irish Data Protection Commission for violating EU data protection regulations

Meta, the social media giant, has been fined a record-breaking €1.2 billion ($1.3 billion) by the Data Protection Commission of Ireland for violating European Union data protection regulations. The ruling requires Meta to halt the transfer of data collected from Facebook users in Europe to the United States. Meta has announced its intention to appeal the decision, but has assured users that there will be no immediate disruption to Facebook's services within the European Union. Stay informed and up-to-date with the latest opportunities in the crypto market with this comprehensive list of crypto presale projects and Telegram channels to invest in for 2023. Don't miss out on potential investments and stay ahead of the game.

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