Measurement

Goodhart's Law: when measure replaces value

What is a company really measuring when it says it is measuring value? On 26 August 2026, Meta reached a $17 billion settlement. Among other things, the agreement provides for a daily two-hour limit on Facebook and Instagram for users aged 13 to 17 (adjustable only by parents), a default night-time block, a ban on displaying like counts to under-18s, and the option for minors to enable a feed without algorithmic recommendations.