Meta changes features due to Texas social media safety law

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Due to a Texas social media safety law, Meta has made changes to its features on Facebook and Instagram, a Meta spokesperson told KXAN Monday.House Bill 18 is a new state law designed to protect children from harmful online content.The “Securing Children Online through Parental Empowerment” — or “SCOPE” Act — requires digital service providers to obtain parental permission before letting minors online. Platforms would be required to include in