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07 Aug 2026, 07:17 UTC · 2h ago
Meta hit with half a billion fine for child safety failings
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07 Aug 2026, 07:17 UTC · 2h ago
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Meta is facing thousands of lawsuits from families and a federal multi-district lawsuit from 29 states alleging the company knowingly designed addictive features for children. — The scale and systemic nature of these lawsuits create significant long-term legal risk and potential for massive aggregate settlements.
-0.60A US judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million for creating a public nuisance regarding harm to children, bringing total orders in the case to $942 million. — While the amount is small relative to annual profits, the 'public nuisance' finding sets a damaging legal precedent.
-0.30Meta was ordered to develop a dedicated AI prediction model for under-13 age assurance within two years and improve platform transparency on protection tools. — Imposes new operational requirements and regulatory oversight on product design in the New Mexico market.
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