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New Mexico Jury Awards $375 Million Against Meta for Child Safety Violations

Published on 3/25/2026

New Mexico Jury Awards $375 Million Against Meta for Child Safety Violations

AI Summary

A jury in New Mexico found Meta liable for $375 million for failing to protect children on its platforms. The case involved allegations that Meta misled residents about app safety in relation to child exploitation. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced plans to seek injunctive relief, which could mandate changes to Meta's platform design and safety features. This verdict could impact similar social media-related cases across the U.S. and may influence future regulations within the tech industry.