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Meta’s making major changes to Instagram and Facebook for teens—safety features are now default, not optional. Like counts are hidden, risky filters are limited, and parental approval is required for any changes. The company agreed to pay up to $17 billion to states and $1 billion to Texas as part of a settlement, forcing these shifts. Parents can monitor usage, get alerts on sensitive searches, and set school mode to reduce distractions. Stricter age verification methods like facial recognition are also being rolled out. Meta’s pushing other platforms like TikTok and YouTube to follow suit, arguing safety must be industry-wide—not just Meta’s responsibility.

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