<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Instagram users are experiencing a surge in account suspensions and bans, leading to frustration and outcry.Many affected users claim they have been locked out without violating any guidelines.Despite appeals to Meta, there has been no official clarification or response from the company.Speculation points to AI moderation as the likely cause of the mass bans, although Meta has not issued a public statement.Business owners and entrepreneurs are reporting direct impacts on their income due to the bans.Personal accounts, businesses, and livelihoods have been significantly affected.Users are expressing dissatisfaction with Meta's lack of communication and support.Appeal submissions have gone unanswered, leaving many feeling abandoned.Concerns about the lack of customer service options for regular users.Some affected users are considering legal action, including potential class action lawsuits.Allegations of users being banned for involvement in serious issues like child sexual exploitation raise the stakes.There is growing distrust and discontent due to the absence of a public response from Meta.Users are demanding transparency, fairness, and acknowledgment from Meta.A Change.org petition demanding answers has gathered over 4,000 signatures.The situation remains unresolved as affected users seek clarity and resolution.The impact of the bans extends beyond personal accounts to businesses and livelihoods.