A landmark trial is underway, scrutinizing Meta and its CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, over allegations that Instagram and Facebook intentionally exploit addictive features to engage young users, endangering their mental health.
Testimonies from grieving parents reveal heartbreaking stories, as they confront Zuckerberg in court, demanding accountability for the emotional turmoil and tragic losses their children experienced due to social media usage.
In his first courtroom testimony, Zuckerberg vehemently denies that Meta designs Instagram to be addictive, asserting that the company does not target minors despite evidence suggesting a significant underage user demographic.
The trial has garnered substantial media attention, drawing parallels to historic "Big Tobacco" litigation and raising broader questions about the responsibilities of tech giants in safeguarding youth.
Dramatic moments unfolded in court, including controversy when members of Zuckerberg's team wore Meta’s Ray-Ban glasses, leading to a reprimand from the judge, underscoring the gravity of the proceedings.
The case holds the potential to reshape the tech landscape, as the outcomes could establish significant legal precedents regarding user safety and corporate responsibility in the realm of social media.
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