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The Changes to Facebook and Instagram Demanded by 29 States

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A coalition of 29 states seeks sweeping changes to Facebook and Instagram in a landmark case against Meta that could reshape how young people use social media. The trial begins Tuesday in federal court in California, stemming from a 2023 bipartisan lawsuit co-led by California AG Rob Bonta. More than $200 billion plus court-ordered feature changes. Meta knowingly built features encouraging compulsive use among minors, allegedly violating privacy and consumer protection laws including COPPA, while misrepresenting platform safety. A spokesperson told Newsweek the states' 'limited claims are unsubstantiated and their financial demands are vastly disproportionate,' and said the states 'decided to chase an outlandish payout,' adding that Meta stands by its teen protections.