Former Meta engineer: Instagram used 'don't ask, don't tell' approach on children under 13

In landmark trial testimony, former Meta engineer Arturo Bejar alleged that Meta consistently prioritized engagement and profit over safety in product design, with Instagram using a deliberate 'don't ask, don't tell' approach toward underage users. Consumer app builders should assume child safety compliance is now non-negotiable—expect rapid enforcement and reputational cost for any gap between stated policy and real user behavior.

Source: ET Tech ↗