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The social media giant settled with 47 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories, and agreed to make major changes to its products over claims its platforms endangered children.
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Meta social media addiction settlement with U.S. states
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Meta has agreed to settle U.S. states' claims that its social media platforms are addictive and harmed children, with reported payment figures ranging from about $16.6 billion to $17.1 billion; the deal was reached during a California federal court trial.
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Meta settles social media addiction suit with states for $17 billion
NYTimes – Business NYT
Meta to Pay Up to $17.1 Billion in Landmark Settlement Over Social Media Addiction Claims
The social media giant settled with 47 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories, and agreed to make major changes to its products over claims its platforms endangered children.
