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Meta fined $25 billion in New Mexico over Cambridge Analytica data scandal

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21 Oct 2026
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Meta fined $25 billion in New Mexico over Cambridge Analytica data scandal

Meta was ordered by a New Mexico court to pay $25 billion for misleading users about data privacy in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The jury found Meta liable for over 43 million violations of the state's unfair practices act, with each violation carrying a potential $5,000 fine. This penalty follows previous settlements but is separate since New Mexico was not part of the earlier $17 billion federal settlement. The judge emphasized the willful and systematic nature of Meta's violations, and interest will accrue at 15% annually until paid. Meta plans to appeal the ruling.

As of Oct 22, 2026 00:41 WIB, Meta Platforms Inc (META) trades at USD 708.15 on Pluang, showing a 2.00% gain in the past day. The stock holds a market cap of $1.77 trillion and an enterprise value of $1.79 trillion, with a dividend yield of 0.3%. Despite the court ruling ordering a $25 billion penalty, META's Pluang order activity leans more towards buying at 59%.

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