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Meta faces trial over claims its platforms are addictive and harmful to youth, with potential $1.4 trillion penalties.

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17 Aug 2026
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Meta is on trial in California over allegations that it designed Facebook and Instagram to be addictive and misled the public about risks to young users. State attorneys general from four states accuse Meta of downplaying harm and violating laws on children's data. Meta denies wrongdoing and disputes the addiction claims, arguing the damages sought could reach $1.4 trillion. The trial, expected to last 4-6 weeks and include testimony from CEO Mark Zuckerberg, could set a precedent on social media's impact on youth. Previous rulings have already fined Meta nearly $1 billion in New Mexico for teen protections violations.

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