"The jury's verdict is a historic victory for every child and family who has paid the price for Meta's choice to put profits over kids' safety. Meta executives knew their products harmed children, disregarded warnings from their own employees, and lied to the public about what they knew."
"The substantial damages the jury ordered Meta to pay should send a clear message to big tech executives that no company is beyond the reach of the law."
"A fine of $375 million is certainly significant, but worth putting into perspective when levied against a multibillion dollar company. It represents about 1.65% of the $22.8 billion Meta reported as its net income for 2025."
A New Mexico jury found Meta liable for misleading the public and exposing children to sexual exploitation, resulting in a $375 million civil penalty for 75,000 violations. This case is notable as it marks the first successful trial against a major tech company by a U.S. state. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez emphasized the verdict as a victory for child safety, highlighting that Meta executives ignored warnings about the harm their products caused. A second phase of the trial will determine if Meta created a public nuisance, potentially leading to further penalties.
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