Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears
Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states got under way.
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"That sounds pretty bad."
— Paul Schmidt , Executive
"There can be no dispute that Meta has recognised people struggle, or can struggle, with their use of social media, and has come up with tools to try and address that."
— Paul Schmidt , Executive
"Teens have an addict's narrative about use."
— Megan O'Neill , Other
"Product features designed to increase time spent are inherently at odds with well-being and take away from people's ability to focus on activity that adds value to their lives."
— Megan O'Neill , Other
Key People
Head of Instagram.
Mark Zuckerberg is the founder of Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook.
Lead attorney for California in the legal case against Meta.
Paul Schmidt is a lawyer representing Meta Platforms in the trial.
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Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states got under way.
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