Meta is defending its child safety efforts in a California federal court, where it faces allegations that its social media platforms can harm children and teenagers. The case centres on claims that the company’s systems and policies are not sufficiently preventing or addressing risky content and behavior involving minors.
According to critics cited by outlets covering the dispute, Meta’s safety record does not meet the standard they argue is necessary. They contend that some of the company’s safeguards either do not work reliably or are not effective for protecting young users in practice. Meta, meanwhile, argues that it has put in place measures intended to reduce harms and that its approach meets applicable responsibilities.
Both reports describe a dispute over the adequacy and effectiveness of Meta’s protections. The differing emphasis is largely between Meta’s defence of its efforts and critics’ view that these measures fall short of what is required to safeguard children online.
