Meta Reaches $18 Billion Settlement in Child Safety Case

Why it matters locally: This national settlement has implications for South Carolina families and educators concerned about the impact of social media on young users, potentially influencing local discussions around online safety and digital literacy programs.

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Meta has agreed to an $18 billion settlement in a child safety case. The agreement addresses claims that social media platforms can negatively affect young users. John Demay, whose son Jordan died after an online sextortion scheme, has advocated for increased social media safety. Demay discussed his efforts to make online platforms safer for children and families during an interview with Tom Llamas of NBC News.