Meta Faces Trial in New Mexico Over Alleged Harm to Young Users
A trial has begun in New Mexico that could lead a judge to order significant changes to Meta's platforms, including Facebook and Instagram. The case alleges the company designed its products to addict young users and failed to protect them from sexual exploitation. A jury previously ruled Meta violated consumer protection laws by misrepresenting platform safety for minors.
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