Meta is currently defending itself against a €550 million lawsuit in Spain filed by over 80 media organizations, including El Pais and La Vanguardia, over alleged breaches of EU data protection laws related to personalized advertising.

The Association of Media Industry (AMI) claims that Meta's practices threaten the viability of news media and give the company an unfair competitive edge.

Meta has denied any wrongdoing, asserting that the lawsuit is unfounded, and maintains that it complies with all relevant laws while offering users control options over their data.

The court proceedings, which began on October 1, 2025, include witness testimonies, expert reports, and are scheduled to conclude with closing arguments on October 2, 2025.

This legal battle follows a previous €200 million fine imposed on Meta by the European Commission in April for violating data privacy rules, a decision Meta has appealed.