A New Mexico court has ordered Instagram and Facebook parent company Meta to pay $567 million to address harms to young people stemming from its platforms. Judge Bryan Biedscheid issued the ruling late Thursday, directing that the funds be used for treatment services. This decision follows a landmark trial in March where Meta was found liable for contributing to mental health issues among youth.
The case centers on allegations that Meta knowingly designed features on Instagram and Facebook that exploited vulnerabilities in young users, leading to addiction and negative psychological effects.
Reports from NPR, the New York Post, the Washington Times, and Newsmax all confirm the $567 million judgment. No sources indicate disagreement on the amount or the responsible party. The ruling represents the second phase of the trial; the initial finding of liability occurred in March.
The funds are intended to provide resources for treatment and support services aimed at mitigating the mental health consequences experienced by young people who used Meta’s platforms. The precise implementation of these services will be determined following the court order.
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