Ruling orders Meta to change its design and limit children's exposure

A U.S. judge has ruled that Meta, the parent company of Facebook, must make changes to the design of its platforms and restrict children's exposure to its content. This decision aims to address the damage caused to the mental health and safety of users, particularly minors. The ruling sets a precedent by equating Meta with companies that cause pollution and must repair the harm done to society.

The ruling requires the company to implement measures that prioritize the mental health of its users, forcing it to take responsibility for its impact on the safety of the most vulnerable. These changes are intended to create a safer environment for children and adolescents using its services.