# Rhode Island Sues Meta Over Alleged Fraudulent Ads, Seeks Penalties

By Riza Dagoc

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Published: 2026-10-25T10:45:02.000Z
Updated: 2026-10-25T10:45:02.000Z
Section: Regulation

> The state alleges Meta displayed an estimated 15 billion ads a day with signs of fraud and says ads posing higher legal risk generated $7 billion annually.

Rhode Island sued Meta on Oct. 22 in Providence County Superior Court, alleging the company failed to curb fraudulent advertisements and violated the state’s Deceptive Trade Practices Act.

The state is seeking penalties and injunctive relief. The lawsuit alleges Meta showed users an estimated 15 billion ads a day with clear signs of fraud. It also alleges that ads presenting “higher legal risk” generated $7 billion annually.

The allegations have not been established by a court. Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha said, “As alleged, Meta knowingly exposed vulnerable users to fraud and scams, and made enormous profits in doing so.”

The case concerns Meta’s advertising practices, including alleged fraudulent schemes and fake investment opportunities.