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TikTok to Pay Alabama $100 Million to Settle Social Media Addiction Claims

TikTok to Pay Alabama $100 Million to Settle Social Media Addiction Claims
NYT Technology Saturday 26 September 2026, 01:55 UTC By Cecilia Kang 1 min read
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TikTok’s settlement with Alabama could cost the company up to $300 million if it fails to meet the terms of the agreement.

TikTok’s settlement with Alabama could cost the company up to $300 million if it fails to meet the terms of the agreement. [Image text:] TiKTOK PLEASEUSY
TikTok (ORG) Pay Alabama (ORG) Settle Social Media Addiction Claims TikTok (ORG) Alabama (LOCATION)
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