Meta Misled Users on Data Practices Jury Finds

A New Mexico jury found Meta Platforms misled residents regarding data sharing and content policies. The judge will now determine civil penalties after finding millions of violations.

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A New Mexico jury found Meta Platforms Inc-Class A misled state residents on Friday, ruling that the social media giant concealed user data practices and policy enforcement. Jurors determined the company made 43 million violations carrying potential penalties of up to $5,000 each. The verdict follows a two-week trial in Santa Fe stemming from a 2021 lawsuit filed by the state's attorney general.

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