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Opening arguments are slated to commence in a federal case challenging Meta’s approach to protecting minors on its dominant social media platforms. The lawsuit, brought by attorneys general from California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey, targets practices across both Facebook and Instagram.
The state officials are demanding substantial monetary compensation alongside structural reforms to how Meta operates its platforms. The case centers on allegations that the company has failed to adequately safeguard children from potential harms while using the social networks.
This litigation represents a significant escalation in regulatory scrutiny of Meta’s child safety policies, as multiple states coordinate enforcement efforts against the technology giant. The trial outcome could reshape how the company manages youth engagement and content moderation across its services.
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