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Meta pays up to 18 billion and accepts reinforced restrictions for accounts of minors

Meta has reached an agreement with U.S. attorneys general that involves payment of up to 18 billion dollars and the implementation of deep restrictions on its platforms for minor accounts. The understanding includes significant changes in how Facebook and Instagram handle young users, encompassing reinforced protection measures and functionality limitations for this audience.

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