Today's settlement is a significant moment and it's worth the industry pausing on. It's a reminder that trust online can't simply be asserted, it has to be demonstrated to an independent standard rather than a company's own.
Online Responsibility Network exists to make trust visible. Our trust mark gives parents and consumers a simple signal that an organisation is taking online trust and safety seriously, and the independent assessment behind it gives platforms a clear picture of where the risks exist.
We'd encourage any organisation serious about rebuilding public trust to include independent verification as part of the answer and join our Network.
ORN statement on Meta court settlement
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