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Meta fined £450,000 by Ofcom for wrong WhatsApp Business figures

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Ofcom, the UK's media and communications regulator, found some of Meta's wrong data stayed uncorrected for up to 11 months. Its 2025 inquiry into business bulk text messaging involved questions regarding WhatsApp for Business, such as its messaging volumes and revenues. The original penalty of £600,000 was reduced by Ofcom by a quarter, as Meta admitted responsibility and consented to a settlement.

By BriefTea Editorial · 12 November 2026 at 17:18

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