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Big Tech accused of stonewalling European social media researchers

Ars TechnicaSaturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:45 AM

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Big Tech accused of stonewalling European social media researchers
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Researchers say TikTok, X, and Meta aren't providing data they're legally required to.

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What happened

Researchers say TikTok, X, and Meta aren't providing data they're legally required to.

Why it matters

Technology shifts change how people work, communicate, and build — often faster than policy can follow.

Background

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  1. Ars Technica published: Big Tech accused of stonewalling European social media researchers

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Economic impact

Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Big Tech and European.

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