29 states vs Meta: How a landmark child safety trial could reshape Facebook, Insta

Twenty-nine US states are suing Meta, alleging exploitative product design targeting young users. The lawsuit claims Meta concealed internal research about potential harms to teenagers. States seek substantial financial penalties and court-ordered product redesigns for Facebook and Instagram. A former Meta engineer will testify as a key witness in the ongoing trial. This case could significantly influence future social media platform regulations globally.