A landmark trial has begun in California over allegations Meta deliberately designed its platforms to be addictive.
Trial begins that could force Meta to change Facebook and Instagram A landmark trial has begun in California over allegations Meta deliberately designed its platforms like Facebook and Instagram to be addictive to young people. More than half of all US states are seeking billions in damages and changes to how the platforms operate.
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