Social media giant Meta ordered to pay $567 million in New Mexico child safety ruling
Summary
A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million after finding the company harmed children and created a public nuisance through its social media platforms. The ruling requires Meta to fund mental health programs and change product features to better protect children under 18, especially those under 13.Key Facts
- Meta was previously ordered to pay $375 million in March after a jury found it liable for exposing children to online predators.
- The new ruling increases the payment to $567 million, covering damages and programs over five years.
- About 75% of the money must be used for mental health treatment for affected children.
- Meta must also support programs for awareness, prevention, screening, and coordination related to child safety.
- The ruling orders Meta to limit push notifications and usage for users under 18 to about 3 hours per day (90 hours per month).
- Meta must make efforts to keep children under 13 off Facebook and Instagram.
- The lawsuit was filed by New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez, who accused Meta of failing to protect children from online risks.
- Meta plans to appeal the ruling and stated it works to keep people safe on its platforms.
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