Meta Platforms faces a jury trial in New Mexico. The lawsuit alleges the company facilitated and profited from the sexual exploitation of children and teenagers on Facebook and Instagram.
New Mexico’s Attorney General filed the lawsuit. The state alleges Meta’s platforms promoted illegal content and allowed criminals access to underage users.
The trial is reportedly the first of its kind against the tech giant to be heard by a jury. It is expected to last seven to eight weeks. New Mexico seeks financial compensation and a court order compelling Meta to implement stronger protections for underage users.
Meta denies all allegations.