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New Mexico judge orders Meta to pay $567 million in kids online safety case

August 7, 2026 · The Record · Severity: MEDIUM

A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million, with most funds dedicated to treating youth harmed on its platforms, creating a new safety fund.

Key Takeaways

  • New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million over kids online safety.
  • $420 million will fund treatment for youth harmed on Meta platforms.
  • The ruling establishes a fund to mitigate social media harms in the state.
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