Rhode Island sues Meta, alleging it profits from scam ads

Rhode Island's Attorney General filed a legal complaint in Providence County Superior Court against Meta, asserting that the social media company generated revenue from fraudulent advertisements across its platforms while simultaneously marketing itself as a protector of user safety. The lawsuit alleges violations of the state's consumer protection laws, claiming Meta either failed to prevent scam ads or actively participated in their creation.

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