Meta Defends $725 Million Privacy Settlement in U.S. Appeals Court

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, urged a U.S. appeals court on Friday to uphold a $725 million class-action settlement, which seeks to resolve allegations that the company improperly shared user data without consent.

The lawsuit, one of the largest privacy-related legal actions in U.S. history, stems from claims that Facebook allowed third parties, including political consulting firm Cambridge Analytica, to access user data without explicit permission. The plaintiffs argued that Meta failed to protect user privacy and violated federal and state laws by enabling widespread data harvesting.

Meta has defended the settlement as a fair and reasonable resolution, emphasizing that it provides compensation for millions of affected users while also ensuring compliance with stricter data privacy practices. The company has also pointed to its ongoing efforts to enhance transparency and implement security measures to prevent future breaches.

The appeals court’s ruling on whether the settlement will be upheld remains crucial, as a rejection could lead to further litigation and potential regulatory scrutiny. If approved, the agreement would mark a significant step in Meta’s ongoing legal battles over user privacy and data protection.

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