Meta to Pay $16.68 Billion in Child Safety Settlement
By Editor • August 26, 2026 • 1 min read
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has reached a settlement of up to $16.68 billion over allegations of harming children through its growth-driven practices.
States accused Meta of using its platforms to engage and ensnare young users, disregarding their mental and physical health.
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