Meta takes $10bn Q3 Hit as $18bn teen safety deal puts TikTok, YouTube on the spot

BusinessDay | 26-08-2026 03:45pm |

Meta Platforms is set to incur an estimated $10 billion legal expense in the third quarter following its agreement to an $18 billion settlement related to teen safety. The deal places scrutiny on other social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube regarding their handling of minors. The settlement underscores growing regulatory and legal pressures on tech companies.

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