Meta loses trial after arguing child exploitation was “inevitable” on its apps

Jury a jury decided on liability in the case jurors reached a decision on liability.

Jurors are deadlocked on the amount of damages they confirmed to a judge they cannot reach consensus on damages for one defendant.

Meta spokesperson Meta’s spokesperson said the company will appeal the New Mexico verdict the spokesperson told Ars the company will appeal.

Parents and school districts parents and multiple school districts filed a federal trial in California against Meta and other apps the plaintiffs are targeting Meta and other apps alleging mental health harms to children.

Some social media companies settled child-safety lawsuits instead of litigating those companies chose settlement over prolonged legal battles.