"The jury's verdict is a historic victory for every child and family who has paid the price for Meta's choice to put profits over kids' safety, said New Mexico attorney general Raul Torrez."
"Meta executives knew their products harmed children, disregarded warnings from their own employees, and lied to the public about what they knew."
"The lawsuit followed a two-year Guardian investigation revealing how Facebook and Instagram had become marketplaces for child sex trafficking."
"We work hard to keep people safe on our platforms and are clear about the challenges of identifying and removing bad actors or harmful content, said a Meta spokesperson."
A New Mexico jury found Meta liable for misleading consumers regarding the safety of its platforms, resulting in a $375 million penalty. This verdict marks the first time Meta has been held accountable for harm caused on its platforms. The lawsuit, initiated by the New Mexico attorney general, followed a Guardian investigation revealing Facebook and Instagram's role in child sex trafficking. Meta plans to appeal the ruling, claiming the arguments against it are sensationalist and irrelevant, while asserting its commitment to user safety.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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