Meta sued in Australia over alleged harm to children from social media
Meta is facing a class action lawsuit in Australia over children's exposure to harmful content on Facebook and Instagram. The case alleges addictive design features are harming minors. Meta has acknowledged the allegation and said it will defend itself. It also agreed to pay up to $17.7 billion in the U.S. to settle claims.
- A Meta spokesperson stated they are aware of the allegation and will defend themselves.
- Meta and its social media platforms Facebook and Instagram are facing a class action law suit in Australia.
- The lawsuit accuses Meta of exposing children to harmful content.
- Meta agreed to pay up to $17.7 billion in the United States to settle claims.
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