US judge orders Meta to pay $567 million over harm to children
A US judge has ordered Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to pay $567 million in damages due to harm caused to children's mental health. This ruling is significant because it holds a major tech company accountable for the potential harm caused by its platforms. The decision also requires Meta to overhaul its safety features on Facebook and Instagram, which could lead to changes in how these platforms are designed and regulated in the future.
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