Ephrat LivniAug 27, 2026 – 9.52amSan Francisco | Meta’s landmark settlement of up to $US18 billion ($25 billion) with US states and territories on Wednesday (Thursday AEST) over claims it endangered children with addictive social media platforms ended one struggle with regulators.But Meta – and its peers across the industry – still face many others around the world.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
US states’ $25b win against Meta adds to global push to protect kids
The company, which owns Facebook and Instagram, and other tech giants have faced a slew of bans and restrictions around the world, including in Australia.










