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Meta removes explicit‑content scam ads after Indian authorities flag them
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🗓 01 Sep 2026, 12:40 PM
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India’s regulators flagged a series of explicit‑content advertisements that were part of a scam, prompting Meta to delete the malicious ads from its platforms.
Meta announced the removal of malicious advertisements after Indian authorities warned it about an explicit‑content scam circulating on its platforms.
The flagged ads were reportedly promoting adult material under the pretense of legitimate offers, breaching both Meta’s advertising policies and Indian law.
In response, Meta’s safety team disabled the offending campaigns and issued a reminder to advertisers about stricter compliance, while Indian officials said they will continue monitoring online scams.
The move underscores the growing cooperation between global tech firms and Indian regulators to curb illicit online content.
The flagged ads were reportedly promoting adult material under the pretense of legitimate offers, breaching both Meta’s advertising policies and Indian law.
In response, Meta’s safety team disabled the offending campaigns and issued a reminder to advertisers about stricter compliance, while Indian officials said they will continue monitoring online scams.
The move underscores the growing cooperation between global tech firms and Indian regulators to curb illicit online content.