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Meta Fined $375M for Violating New Mexico Child Exploitation Laws
A New Mexico jury found Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, liable for nearly $400 million in civil damages. The state accused Meta of failing to protect minors from online predators and violating consumer protection laws. The verdict followed evidence suggesting Meta knew its products harmed children and prioritized profits over safety. Meta plans to appeal, while the case moves to a phase addressing public nuisance and potential product design changes.