A lawsuit filed by 33 states accuses Meta of knowingly permitting children under 13 to use its platforms, particularly Instagram. The complaint, recently unsealed and reported by The New York Times, suggests Meta has been deceptive in managing underage accounts, often not disabling them despite reports and continuing to collect their data. The lawsuit, initiated last month in California, claims Meta is aware of this issue but has inadequately addressed it, disabling only a small number of reported accounts.
The complaint further alleges that Meta violates the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) by targeting and collecting data from children without parental consent. It also claims Meta’s platforms contribute to excessive screen time, body dysmorphia, and exposure to harmful content among young users. In response to the lawsuit, a Meta spokesperson expressed disappointment, emphasizing their commitment to online safety for teens. Recently, Meta proposed federal legislation to increase parental control over app downloads for children under 16.
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