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Meta Ordered $25 Billion for Data Misuse
New Mexico judge orders Meta to pay $25 billion after jury found company misled users on data privacy.
In brief
New Mexico judge orders Meta to pay $25 billion after jury found company misled users on data privacy. New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $25 billion for misleading Facebook users about data access and harmful content. Originally reported by mint.
New Mexico Accuses Meta
New Mexico accused Meta of misleading Facebook users about data access, hate speech handling, and internal policies.
Jury Finds 43 Million Violations
Jurors determined Meta committed more than 43 million violations of New Mexico's consumer protection laws.
Judge Orders $25 Billion
Judge Francis Mathew ruled Meta must pay $25 billion after jury found company misled consumers about data privacy practices.
State Sought $40 Billion
New Mexico's legal team asked for $35 billion to $40 billion in penalties after jury verdict.
Meta Pushed for Lower Penalty
Meta argued penalties should be capped at $3.45 billion to avoid discouraging business in New Mexico.
Second Legal Setback
Santa Fe jury previously ordered Meta to pay $375 million for misleading teens about Facebook safety.
Penalty Below State Request
The $25 billion order is below the $40 billion sought by New Mexico's legal team.
Meta's Defense
Meta claimed it did not sell users' data and the state failed to prove consumers were misled.
What Happens Next
New Mexico will use the $25 billion to fund school systems and address online safety for teens.
The bottom line
New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $25 billion for misleading Facebook users about data access and harmful content.
