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Meta has agreed to pay approximately $18 billion to settle lawsuits alleging harm to young users through social media addiction. The company will also implement new restrictions on teen usage of Facebook and Instagram.
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All sources: Multiple sources confirm Meta has agreed to a substantial settlement, estimated between $16.68 billion and $18 billion, to resolve lawsuits alleging harm to children through social media addiction and data collection.
Key divergence: While most sources agree on the settlement amount and its purpose, one source highlights Florida's rejection of the deal as insufficient, contrasting with the broader acceptance reported elsewhere.
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