A New Mexico state court jury has ordered Meta to pay $375 million in damages after finding the social media company liable for endangering children on its platforms. The verdict represents a landmark decision holding a major tech company responsible for content and safety issues on its social media services.

The case centered on allegations that Meta's platforms failed to adequately protect minors from harmful content and predatory behavior by adults. The jury determined that the company's practices and policies were insufficient to prevent exploitation of children using its services.

The $375 million penalty marks one of the largest financial judgments against a social media company related to child safety concerns. The decision could set a precedent for how courts evaluate platform liability for user-generated content and safety measures.

Meta has faced increasing scrutiny from lawmakers, regulators, and advocacy groups over its handling of child safety issues across its platforms, which include Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The company has previously implemented various safety features and content moderation policies aimed at protecting younger users.

The verdict comes as tech companies face mounting pressure to strengthen protections for minors online, with several states pursuing legislation and legal action targeting social media platforms' impact on children's mental health and safety.