Meta agrees to massive deal with states over child safety

Meta agreed to settle with U.S. states in a landmark lawsuit over allegations Facebook and Instagram were designed in ways that harm children.

The big picture: The company agreed to provide compensation to the states for a variety of public health purposes, including crisis intervention services, after-school programs, outdoor activities and youth mental health programming.

What's next: The deal is expected to end an ongoing federal trial.

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