New Mexico prosecutors are demanding significant changes to Meta’s social media platforms following a jury verdict finding the company harmed children’s mental health. The demands mark the second phase of the trial, filed in 2026, in which the state is seeking court-ordered restrictions on how Meta operates its apps and deploys its algorithms.
Among the changes New Mexico is seeking are curbs on addictive platform features, stronger age verification measures, and steps to prevent child exploitation. The state’s push targets the core mechanics of Meta’s social media products, which prosecutors argue have caused measurable harm to young users.
Meta has vowed to appeal the jury verdict and has warned that restrictions could result in the removal of its services. The company’s response signals a potentially lengthy legal battle ahead.
The case involves New Mexico as the prosecuting party against Meta, the parent company behind major social media platforms. The outcome of this second phase — focused on remedies rather than liability — could determine what operational changes, if any, Meta is compelled to make.
The trial’s implications may extend well beyond New Mexico. If the state succeeds in securing enforceable restrictions on Meta’s algorithms and app features, this could reshape how tech companies design and operate platforms accessible to children across the broader industry.
Source: Tech-Economic Times