Globalization
The Equal Rights Center vs. Meta: The Overlooked Tech Case That Could Change Everything
In July, a court in Washington, D.C., issued a ruling on algorithmic accountability, challenging racial segregation on Meta platforms such as Facebook and Instagram. The case Equal Rights Center v. Meta alleges that Meta’s algorithms discriminate by showing ads in a biased manner based on race, gender, and age. This case sets a precedent for using state civil rights and consumer protection laws to combat discrimination in the age of artificial intelligence.
November 13, 2025