https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-us-got-meta-to-change-instagram-and-facebook-europe-wants-inContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-us-got-meta-to-change-instagram-and-facebook-europe-wants-inhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-us-got-meta-to-change-instagram-and-facebook-europe-wants-in#u57094Fri, 04 Sep 2026 16:05:29 +0000Meta is now working to implement platform changes following a multistate settlement valued between $17.1 billion and $18 billion. The deal targets the architecture of Facebook and Instagram to improve safety for teenage users. While the company moves toward execution, some critics, including bereaved parent Lisa Kenevan, dismiss the financial penalty as pocket change for the company's leadership. The case is being watched by European regulators as a potential model for public policy regarding social media design and accountability.Why it mattersThe settlement addresses claims that Meta&#0 https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-us-got-meta-to-change-instagram-and-facebook-europe-wants-inhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-us-got-meta-to-change-instagram-and-facebook-europe-wants-in#u52170Sun, 30 Aug 2026 08:05:36 +0000Meta has agreed to a multistate settlement valued between $17.1 billion and $18 billion to resolve claims regarding the impact of Facebook and Instagram on children. The deal mandates specific changes to how these platforms operate for teenage users. While the financial penalty is significant, critics argue it may not curb the power of tech giants. European regulators are now observing the US outcome as they consider similar interventions for social media safety.Why it mattersThis settlement follows widespread legal pressure over the mental health effects of social media on minors. It establis