New Mexico's historic win against Meta could cost the company much more than its initial $375 million verdict. The state now seeks sweeping changes to Meta's business, including age verification and limits on end-to-end encryption.

Attorneys aim to force Meta into implementing measures such as a 99% detection rate of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), prohibiting encrypted messaging for young users, and capping their usage. While these changes apply only in New Mexico, they could set a precedent for other states.

The battle is complex, with privacy advocates warning that increased data collection could harm user safety. Tech policy expert Peter Chapman suggests focusing on more effective interventions like stopping harmful profile recommendations without the hassle of encryption bans.

Meta argues the proposed changes are impractical and potentially unverifiable. Regardless, this case could influence negotiations in other lawsuits against tech giants, raising questions about corporate responsibility online.