The channel function on WhatsApp is also used more and more in this country. Now the messenger has reached a milestone, which has consequences in the EU.
WhatsApp channels are now considered a “very large online platform” in the EU. (Source: Montage: Netzwelt/ Image: Netzwelt with AI and Prykhodov – Depositphotos.com/ Logo: WhatsApp)
Like meta known gave, the channels in the EU are now used by around 47 million users every month to keep up to date on clubs, stars, associations and organizations. The WhatsApp channels are now among the “very large online platforms” to the Digital Service Act (DSA) of the European Union.
These are internet platforms for the EU with more than 45 million active users per month. Strict rules apply to them. For example, you have to set up a contact point for authorities and users and be transparent in terms of advertising, recommendation systems or moderation decisions, according to the EU website in addition.
WhatsApp channels are now considered a “very large online platform” in the EU
WhatsApp has on the new regulations according to a report by the online magazine The Verge already reacted and its data protection guideline adapted.
For Meta, the classification as a “very large online platform” is not a novelty. The portals Facebook and Instagram belonging to the group have long been falling into this category according to the DSA.
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