Meta Settles Lawsuit Over Social Media Addiction, Agrees to $17.1 Billion Payout and Child Safety Rules

Meta Platforms has reached a settlement with 47 U.S. states, agreeing to pay up to $17.1 billion to resolve claims that its Facebook and Instagram platforms were designed to be addictive for children. The agreement also mandates new child-safety measures, including daily time caps, notification bans during school hours, and enhanced parental controls. This significant settlement concludes a landmark trial concerning youth mental health and social media.