US court tells Meta to pay nearly $1bn penalty over social media harm to children

A New Mexico judge has ruled that Meta must pay a nearly $1 billion penalty for allegedly causing social media harm to children. This decision stems from a lawsuit filed by the state's attorney-general in 2023, which accused the company of prioritizing profit over children's well-being. The penalty highlights the growing scrutiny of social media platforms regarding their responsibility towards younger users. This ruling could set a significant precedent for future cases addressing tech companies' obligations to safeguard children online.