Meta has announced the integration of third-party AI chatbots on WhatsApp in 30 countries, mostly within the EU, following regulatory pressure. The move, initiated after blocking AI rivals in January, involves a fee for each non-template message sent, potentially costing AI firms EUR 0.0490 to EUR 0.1323 per message, depending on the country. A Meta spokesperson stated, "We believe that this removes the need for any immediate intervention." This policy will remain in place for 12 months.