"Social Media Giant Meta Faces Unprecedented Trial Over 'FOMO' Fiasco In a landmark case that could have far-reaching implications, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is standing trial for allegedly exploiting users' deepest fears: the fear of missing out, or 'FOMO.' The company is accused of using manipulative tactics to keep users hooked on its platforms, often at the expense of their mental health and well-being. But the playbook Meta has employed to fuel FOMO could have a chilling effect on other industries, from the way fast food chains tempt us with limited-time offers to the tactics used by some religious groups to keep adherents engaged. As the trial gets underway, experts are watching closely to see how the court rules on the limits of social media's influence and the responsibility of tech giants to protect their users."
Meta is on trial for fomenting "FOMO," among other things. It sounds silly, but the playbook used here could work against religious groups, fast food, and much more.
