Meta reaches $16.68 billion settlement over social media harms to children
The settlement was reached during a California federal trial over claims brought by 29 states, averting one of the highest-profile tests yet of allegations that social media companies harmed young users
Meta Platforms agreed to pay a maximum of $16.68 billion in a settlement to address claims brought by several US states. The alleged grievances include the company's role in designing Facebook and Instagram to addict children, misleading consumers about safety, and improperly collecting personal data from minors who utilized its platforms.
The agreement was achieved during a California federal trial, effectively ending one of the most significant tests yet against allegations that social media firms have harmed young users.
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