Meta child safety lawsuit

'Meta Hooked, Exploited Children': 29 US States Demand $200-Billion Penalty

A prosecutor described Meta as a company that repeatedly put profits over children's health

Ex-Meta employee claims it had a ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ policy on child safety issues

A former Meta safety researcher testified against the company in court. Arturo Béjar claimed Meta ignored child safety concerns to protect its business. He stated the company had a "don't ask, don't tell" policy regarding underage users. Béjar also criticized CEO Mark Zuckerberg for insufficient action on safety issues. This testimony is part of a major trial brought by 29 US states.

Teen Drops Lawsuit Against Meta, Google & Snap Ahead Of October Trial

29 states vs Meta: How a landmark child safety trial could reshape Facebook, Insta

Twenty-nine US states are suing Meta, alleging exploitative product design targeting young users. The lawsuit claims Meta concealed internal research about potential harms to teenagers. States seek substantial financial penalties and court-ordered product redesigns for Facebook and Instagram. A former Meta engineer will testify as a key witness in the ongoing trial. This case could significantly influence future social media platform regulations globally.