Meta settles social media addiction suit with states for up to $17 billion

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Original Load Date Aug. 26, 2026, 11 a.m.
Last Updated Aug. 26, 2026, 11 a.m.
Original URL https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/meta-settles-social-media-addiction-lawsuit/

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Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, settled a landmark social media addiction lawsuit on Wednesday brought by dozens of states, according to a court filing. Meta agreed to pay up to $17 billion to the states that sued and add child- safety measures to its platforms. The settlement resolves c...