Several states, including California, began presenting their case against Meta in Oakland, California, on Tuesday. The states allege that Meta has violated federal and state laws concerning online safety for children. Megan O'Neill, deputy attorney general with the California Department of Justice, stated that the parent company of Facebook and Instagram aimed to engage children and retain their attention on its platforms.
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California and 28 Other States Present Case Against Meta Regarding Online Safety
California and 28 other states are currently presenting their case against Meta in Oakland, California, alleging violations of federal and state laws related to online safety for children. The California Department of Justice's deputy attorney general highlighted concerns about Meta's strategies to engage young users.
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