Meta says it won't change its ads and business terms without “a full consultation with industry groups and leaders.” Communications VP Andy Stone said on X the consultation could extend beyond Nov. 20, in which case Meta would delay implementation; existing terms remain in place. Reuters reported the delay as indefinite.
We care deeply about our partners and do not plan to make policy changes without a full consultation with industry groups and leaders.
We expect this consultation could extend beyond November 20, in which case we'd delay implementation of the updated terms.
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