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Meta agrees to settle social media addiction suit with states for up to $18 billion
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points The company at the center of the lawsuit will make a significant payment. A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit involving social media addiction.
A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit involving social media addiction. The company at the center of the lawsuit will make a significant payment. This payment can be used for various purposes, including initiatives to keep young people safe online.
Details of the agreement include new measures to restrict the use of social media by teenagers. These measures will limit daily use and block access at night. Additional steps will be taken to ensure children cannot access certain content.
Further information about the settlement is available, including the full terms of the agreement and the parties involved.
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Published: August 26, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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