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US jury fines Meta in landmark child‑safety case
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Wade Adams
March 25, 2026Advertisement
The jury also found thousands of violations across Meta's platforms, adding up to a fine of $375 million fine, though the sum fell far short of what prosecutors had sought.
Prosecutors argue that Meta put profits ahead of children's safety, while the company says it works hard to protect young users. The case is part of a growing wave of US litigation over social media's impact.