ACCC says investigation into Facebook's response to scammers is in advanced stage,

ACCC says investigation into Facebook's response to scammers is in advanced stage, hints legal action may follow

Facebook could face fresh legal action to defend its record on scammers, with the consumer watchdog revealing its investigation into Facebook's parent company, Meta, was in the "very advanced" stages.

Speaking to the ABC before he steps down as chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), Rod Sims revealed fresh details of the investigation, which was first announced last month.

The pace and progress of the ACCC's probe are expected to dial up the pressure on digital players after businessman Andrew "Twiggy" Forrest launched a criminal case against Facebook last month.

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