Meta loses bid to dismiss US states' claims that FB, Instagram addict children
Summary
Reuters reports that a federal judge declined to dismiss a multi-state lawsuit accusing Meta of practices that allegedly addict minors to Facebook and Instagram, allowing the case to proceed. The suit, brought by several US states, argues that the platforms are designed to maximize engagement at the expense of child safety and well-being. The ruling could influence ongoing regulatory scrutiny of social media companies and protections for younger users.