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In a recent episode of Newt’s World, WWSG speaker Newt Gingrich sits down with California Attorney General Rob Bonta to examine a proposed $17 billion settlement with Meta over allegations involving the effects of Facebook and Instagram on children and teenagers. Bonta describes how a bipartisan coalition of 51 attorneys general built its case, which alleged that Meta designed features that encouraged compulsive use among young people while misleading the public about associated risks. Meta agreed to settle after the trial had begun; the allegations discussed in the episode were claims made in the litigation rather than findings reached through a completed trial.
Gingrich and Bonta explore what the agreement would mean in practice, including default two-hour daily limits for minors, restrictions during overnight and school hours, removal of “like” counts from children’s posts, limits on cosmetic-surgery filters, and independent auditing. Their conversation also expands beyond Meta to the larger questions facing parents, policymakers, and technology companies as states pursue additional action involving platforms such as TikTok, YouTube, and Snap.
Drawing on his experience as former Speaker of the House, historian, author, and host of Newt’s World, Newt Gingrich brings audiences a perspective shaped by decades in public policy and government. His conversations connect emerging issues in technology, society, and public policy with their broader implications for leaders and organizations. To learn more about hosting Newt Gingrich, contact WWSG.
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