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Meta child-safety trial reaches critical moment in California

Meta faces a federal trial over child safety claims that could lead to major penalties and changes to Facebook and Instagram.
WHO: Meta
WHAT: Meta faces a federal trial over child safety claims that could bring major financial penalties and changes to Facebook and Instagram.
WHEN: Reported Aug 17, 2026 at 12:06 PM ET
WHERE: California
WHY: Cause not yet established.

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