Meta threatens New Mexico shutdown
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Company asserts in court filing that the state’s proposed remedies would be too onerous to comply with
Meta faces trial in New Mexico over child safety and addiction claims, with potential rulings that could force platform changes or even a statewide shutdown.
The case is being closely watched as governments across the US pursue similar claims seeking to force big tech platforms to change to protect young users.
Meta was fined $375 million in New Mexico for failing to protect youth from harmful content, sparking interest in potential class action lawsuits.