Meta Agrees $17 Billion Settlement Over Minors' Social Media Use

U.S. · 2026-08-27 00:10:38

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Meta has agreed to a $17 billion settlement in a 29-state lawsuit alleging that Facebook and Instagram harmed children through social media addiction, the AV Club reported. The settlement will enforce usage restrictions for minors, including blocking accounts during school hours and at night.

Separately, ABC News reported the resolution arrives as courts face widespread litigation targeting social media firms over their effects on youth mental health.

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• AV Club: Meta settles $17 billion lawsuit over addicting kids to social media
• ABC News US: A look at major lawsuits against Meta and other social media companies over harms to kids