New Delhi, Aug. 27 -- Meta Platforms Inc has agreed to introduce new restrictions on how teenagers can use its platforms, including Instagram and Facebook. The changes are a part of a settlement in a major child-safety trial in California, which requires the social media company to pay up to $17bn to the states that filed suit. Meta has reportedly agreed to pay $1bn to the state of Texas, which wasn't a part of the lawsuit that was brought by 29 US states.

The changes to be brought by Meta, which are subject to court approval, could significantly change the default social media experience for young users. It intends to make several safety limitations mandatory to ensure maximum protection for young users. Here are five key changes Meta h...