1 billion in penalties over claims that its social media platforms are addictive and a danger to children. As part of the settlement, Meta also pledged to make changes to Instagram and Facebook that are designed to reduce young people’s use of the platforms.
Meta to pay 47 states — including Utah — up to $17.1B in landmark child safety settlement • Utah News Dispatch
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