From New York: A major tech company has committed to significant changes. The company will introduce new safety features to protect young users. Mandatory daily limits on screen time are part of the plan, along with blocks to prevent overnight app use and muted notifications during school hours.

The company has also agreed to a large financial payout. This settlement involves payments to US states and territories over several years. The total amount is more than $18 billion.

Further details about the settlement and the company's reforms are available from the source. The agreement is the result of a settlement with attorneys general from across the country.