A landmark legal case is underway against Meta, with allegations that its platforms deliberately designed features to addict young users while ignoring known mental health risks. The lawsuit accuses the company of prioritizing engagement over user well-being, exploiting psychological vulnerabilities to maximize usage. Legal experts say the case could set a precedent for holding tech firms accountable for the impact of their products on vulnerable demographics. Critics argue the trial exposes the ethical dilemmas at the heart of social media’s business model.
Meta is on trial over claims it hooked young users on its platforms despite mental health risks.
