Meta Ties $5.3 Billion of Its Settlement to Rivals Adopting Teen Safety Limits

Meta's $18 billion settlement with U.S. states includes a contingent tranche: roughly $5.3 billion is payable only if YouTube and TikTok collectively match that sum and accept one-hour daily limits, nighttime app blocks, and age assurance for minors. If they decline, Meta pays less. The settlement awaits court approval; Meta denied wrongdoing.