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Meta Settles $17B Youth Mental Health Case | Charlotte News
Meta just agreed to a $17 billion settlement — one of the largest consumer protection deals ever — after facing accusations that its platforms deliberately hooked kids, harmed mental health, and collected data from children under 13 without consent. Forty-seven states joined the case, with California and Colorado leading the charge, alleging Meta prioritized engagement over safety. Former employees and child safety experts testified that profit-driven design came before user well-being. As part of the deal, Meta will roll out real child safety measures: daily usage limits, mandatory breaks…
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