Georgia to Receive Nearly $135 Million in Meta Settlement
Georgia could receive nearly $135 million as part of a $17.1 billion settlement with Meta Platforms, according to the Georgia Attorney General.
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Georgia to Receive Nearly $135 Million in Meta Settlement
Georgia could receive nearly $135 million as part of a landmark $17.1 billion settlement with Meta Platforms, according to the Georgia Attorney General's office as reported by FOX 5 Atlanta. The settlement also requires sweeping changes to how Instagram and Facebook operate for children and teenagers.
The states accused Meta of designing Instagram with addictive features, exposing young users to potential mental health harms, and misleading the public about the safety of its platforms. The settlement is a civil case that has been consented to by the parties.
The case is still developing, and further details may emerge as the settlement is finalized.
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