Meta faces Australian lawsuit over alleged social media harm to children
Summary
Meta, the company that owns Facebook and Instagram, is facing a group lawsuit in Australia. The lawsuit claims that features in these social media platforms harm children and teenagers by causing addiction or exposing them to harmful content.Key Facts
- The lawsuit was filed in the Australian Federal Court by law firm MinterEllison.
- It is a class action suit representing current and former users under 18 years old.
- The plaintiffs claim Meta’s platform designs caused harm or addiction to children and teens.
- A court order keeps the identities of the plaintiffs and details of the claim confidential.
- Meta says it knows about the lawsuit and will defend itself strongly.
- Litigation Lending Services is funding the case to help Australian families take on Meta.
- Australia plans to ban social media use for children under 16 starting in 2025.
- Meta recently agreed to pay $18 billion in the U.S. to settle similar claims about addicting children.
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