Facebook Messenger

Facebook Messenger is a messaging application developed by Meta, designed for instant messaging and communication. It has recently been in the news for two key reasons. Firstly, Meta has discontinued the standalone web version of Messenger, requiring users to access it through the main Facebook website. This change, announced in October of the previous year, also included the termination of desktop versions for Windows and Mac. Secondly, Meta was ordered by a New Mexico jury to pay $375 million in civil penalties. The lawsuit found Meta liable for misleading consumers about platform safety and enabling harm, specifically child sexual exploitation. This verdict marks a significant legal challenge for Meta, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny and accountability regarding content moderation and user safety on its platforms. The case underscores the current relevance of social media companies' responsibility in protecting vulnerable users.