Meta's $18B Teen Safety Plan Draws Criticism
· Technology · The Independent, Engadget
Meta has agreed to an $18 billion settlement with 48 US states to implement stronger protections for under-18 users on Instagram and Facebook. The measures include a two-hour daily limit, overnight shutdowns, and hiding 'like' counts. Meta will also enhance age-verification technology. Critics argue the plan fails to address harmful content algorithms and design features that encourage prolonged use.
Why it matters
The settlement impacts how social media platforms manage youth safety and privacy, but gaps remain in addressing systemic issues.
Read the original report — The Independent
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