Meta ordered to pay $375 million over child exploitation in landmark verdict

A New Mexico jury has delivered a verdict against social media giant Meta, finding the company liable for exposing children to predators and other online dangers across its platforms. The decision follows a lengthy trial examining whether Facebook and Instagram’s parent company failed to safeguard minors from abuse, marking one of the first major jury rulings on child safety in the social media era.

Mar 25, 2026 - 01:00
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Meta ordered to pay $375 million over child exploitation in landmark verdict
A New Mexico jury has delivered a verdict against social media giant Meta, finding the company liable for exposing children to predators and other online dangers across its platforms. The decision follows a lengthy trial examining whether Facebook and Instagram’s parent company failed to safeguard minors from abuse, marking one of the first major jury rulings on child safety in the social media era.

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