Meta agrees to pay up to $16.7bn to settle social media case
Summary
Meta has agreed to pay up to $16.7 billion to settle a lawsuit brought by 29 US states about child safety on Facebook and Instagram. As part of the settlement, Meta must put new rules in place for teenage users, such as daily usage limits and night-time restrictions.Key Facts
- Meta is settling a court case involving child safety on its platforms Facebook and Instagram.
- The settlement involves 29 US states.
- Meta will pay a maximum of $16.68 billion.
- The court requires Meta to set daily limits for teenage users on these social media sites.
- Night-time blocks will also be introduced for teenagers.
- Meta denies any wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement.
- The case focuses on protecting children and teenagers using social media.
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