Snap Inc (SNAP) saw its stock price plummet by 5.01% during Friday's intraday trading session, as investors reacted to news of increased regulatory scrutiny from the European Union.

The European Commission announced it is examining the safeguards for minors on several major platforms, including Snapchat, under the Digital Services Act. This scrutiny also extends to other tech giants such as YouTube, Apple's App Store, and Google Play. The move by EU regulators has raised concerns among investors about potential regulatory challenges and financial impacts on Snap Inc.

As social media platforms face growing pressure to protect younger users, this development could lead to increased compliance costs or potential fines for Snap Inc if its safeguards are found to be insufficient. The market's reaction reflects the uncertainty surrounding the outcome of this scrutiny and its potential implications for Snap's operations and profitability in the important European market.