importantSYS.SOURCE: TechCrunch• 2026-08-07T11:40:37Z
New Mexico Court Orders Meta to Pay $567M in Child Safety Violation Case
A New Mexico court ordered Meta to pay an additional $567 million in a child safety case, bringing total penalties to $942 million, and mandated platform changes including removal of Like counts and usage limits for minors. The ruling highlights systemic risks of social media harm, with Meta vowing to appeal while the state emphasizes accountability for youth mental health and safety impacts.
Meta's total fine has raked up to $942 million in this case
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