Meta rejects claims it sought to hook children to Facebook, Instagram as landmark trial begins
Four lead states - California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey - accused Meta of designing Facebook and Instagram to hook young users, fueling anxiety, depression and even suicide, and misleading consumers about the platforms' safety. All 29 states accused Meta of violating federal law by improperly collecting and using children's personal data.
A group of 29 US states has initiated a landmark trial against Meta Platforms, accusing the company of intentionally designing Facebook and Instagram to addict children to the platforms for profit. The trial, starting in Oakland, California, could result in significant penalties and changes to how Meta operates. The states allege Meta misled consumers about the safety of the platforms and violated federal law by improperly collecting and using children's personal data.
The trial marks the largest legal test yet of social media's impact on young users. Meta's lawyer argued that the company shares the desire to improve its services, rejecting the notion that their products are addictive.
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