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Meta Settles Teen Social Media Lawsuit | Texas News
Meta faces a potential $17 billion settlement to resolve claims that Facebook and Instagram are designed to be addictive for teens, with 47 states involved. The deal includes over $16.8 billion in payouts — including more than $2 billion to California — and mandates major changes like daily time limits, stronger parental controls, and reduced social comparison features. Originally facing penalties up to $1.4 trillion, the settlement signals a major industry shift toward teen safety, though critics question how effective these new rules will be. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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