Largest Big Tech Settlement in Tennessee- $17.1 Billion Multi-State Agreement with Meta
Tennessee and 46 other states reached a historic $17.1 billion settlement with Meta over its role in harming young users and misleading parents.Summary
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced a historic $17.1 billion multi-state settlement with Meta, addressing the company's role in exposing young users to serious mental harm and intentionally misleading parents about the safety of Facebook and Instagram. Tennessee led the investigation alongside Colorado, involving 47 states and territories. Skrmetti stated that the settlement is based on evidence showing Meta knew its addictive products were causing poor mental health in children while publicly claiming they were safe. The settlement includes $750 million for Tennessee, which will be directed to a new Children's Digital Protection Fund to support the mental health and safety of children. Skrmetti also indicated that Tennessee plans to continue fighting with TikTok and expects to file additional lawsuits against other companies.
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