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Meta to pay $17 billion, overhaul Facebook and Instagram in teen addiction settlement
Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial over teen s
August 26, 2026 · via LA Times — Business
Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states
Original reporting: LA Times — Business.
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