Nation Aug 27 With time limits and stronger age checks, Meta's new rules for kids go further. Critics say it's not enough By Barbara Ortutay, Associated Press
Nation Aug 26 Watch 7:14 $17B Meta settlement puts focus on youth mental health crisis, Colorado AG says Meta agreed to pay up to $17 billion in a settlement, putting to rest a trial where dozens of states accused it of deliberately endangering children through their platforms. The company behind Facebook and Instagram agreed to implement digital guardrails… By Geoff Bennett
Nation Aug 26 Meta reaches $17 billion settlement with states in landmark trial over teen social media addiction Meta has agreed to pay $17 billion and add stronger child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states, state attorneys general announced Wednesday. By Barbara Ortutay, Kelvin Chan, Associated Press
Nation Aug 19 Watch 5:53 Why states claim Meta designed addictive features for children Meta is facing allegations that it knowingly designed Instagram and Facebook to keep children and teenagers hooked, even as it learned about the potential harm to their mental health. A spokesperson called the claims unsubstantiated, saying the company stands by… By Amna Nawaz, Azhar Merchant
Nation Aug 18 Meta is on trial – again. Here's what to know about the case brought by dozens of states The case is just one of many brought against Meta and other social media companies in recent years, but because states – and not solely individuals – are suing, the outcome could have broader effects. By Hannah Grabenstein
Aug 18 WATCH: Advocates for greater social media protections for kids speak outside Meta trial By Barbara Ortutay, Associated Press Opening statements are set to kick off Tuesday in a pivotal trial for Meta Platforms in a California federal court, where states are seeking billions of dollars in damages for social media harms to children. Continue reading
Aug 10 Watch 6:42 What Meta's new open-source AI model means for the future of artificial intelligence By William Brangham, Azhar Merchant Meta, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has released a free artificial intelligence tool. The release was accompanied by a 14-page essay from CEO Mark Zuckerberg championing his view of how AI could transform our world and what protections are… Continue watching
Aug 08 A New Mexico judge ordered new child safeguards for Meta. Advocates hope other courts follow By Kaitlyn Huamani, Mikella Schuettler, Associated Press The judge’s order showed a possible path forward for other court fights around the country as Meta faces mounting legal, regulatory and public pressure to do more to protect young people. Continue reading
Aug 06 New Mexico court orders Meta to pay $567 million over mental health harms to kids online By Barbara Ortutay, Wufei Yu, Associated Press Judge Bryan Biedscheid said in a ruling late Thursday that the bulk of the money — $420 million — will be used for treatment services for young people. The rest will go toward awareness and prevention, screening services and other… Continue reading
Jun 15 UK bans children younger than 16 from using social media apps including TikTok and YouTube By Sylvia Hui, Brian Melley, Associated Press Starmer acknowledges that some teens might bypass the ban but emphasizes the importance of children's safety and happiness. Continue reading