Meta Ordered to Pay $567M and Overhaul Teen Safety on Facebook, Instagram
Meta must pay $567 million and change Facebook and Instagram protections for minors under a New Mexico court order it plans to appeal. The post Meta Ordered to Pay $567M and Overhaul Teen Safety on Facebook, Instagram appeared first on TechRepublic .
A New Mexico court ordered Meta to pay $567 million and overhaul teen safety on Facebook and Instagram. The ruling comes with a five-year list of requirements, including limiting teen screen time, nighttime notifications, and adult contact with minors. The court also mandates improvements to Meta's AI chatbot safety and deletion of personal information from underage users.
The lawsuit follows a $375 million penalty imposed in March, totaling $942 million in liability. Meta plans to appeal the decision, arguing that its current safety measures are sufficient. The case highlights the growing pressure on technology companies to prioritize youth safety and compliance, potentially impacting AI models, data retention, user interfaces, and notifications.
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