Meta ordered to pay 25 billion dollars to New Mexico after the Cambridge Analytica scandal

A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $25 billion for misleading residents about their personal data usage, stemming from the Cambridge Analytica scandal. This ruling is significant as New Mexico is the only state to take legal action against Meta regarding this issue. Other states settled their claims for $459 million. The judge cited the extraordinary number of deliberate violations and their intentional nature as reasons for the hefty fine, which will accrue interest until paid. Meta plans to appeal the decision. The penalties will support educational initiatives in the state.