[Tech Thoughts] Meta's settlement with US states, and the hope for change in social media

Meta's US settlement feels like a PR win for its team, even as critics like ex-Meta executive Arturo Bejar slam the company by calling the settlement insufficient

Meta Platforms has agreed to a settlement of up to $18 billion with several US states, implementing changes to Facebook and Instagram aimed at reducing social media's impact on teens.

The planned changes include time limits for teen users, modes to restrict access during bedtime and school hours, prompts for breaks, and enhanced privacy settings to protect teens from potential dangers.

Critics argue that while the settlement is a step forward, it does not address the root issues of social media addiction and may place too much responsibility on parents for monitoring their children's usage.

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