In a significant ruling, a New Mexico court has ordered Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to pay $567 million to address the mental health and safety of children on its platforms. The ruling comes as a part of a child safety lawsuit that accused the company of contributing to harm among young users. The judge emphasized the need for Meta to create a fund dedicated to abating such harms, reflecting growing concerns over the impact of social media on youth. This decision marks a major legal consequence for Meta amid ongoing scrutiny over its handling of child safety issues across its platforms.