Meta Reaches $18 Billion Settlement in Child Safety Case

Why it matters locally: The settlement in the Meta child safety case highlights ongoing concerns regarding online safety for young people, a topic that may be of interest to parents, educators, and local law enforcement agencies across North Dakota.

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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.