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Meta Faces Landmark Trial Over Allegations of Harm to Young Users

18 Ağustos 2026The Guardian

More than half of the US states are pursuing a landmark lawsuit against Meta, accusing the company of intentionally designing addictive products that harm young people. The lawsuit, which could lead to damages of up to $200 billion, alleges that Meta collects data on children under 13 without parental consent and re…
Meta has denied the allegations, claiming the lawsuit is based on unsubstantiated claims and disproportionate financial demands.
The lawsuit is part of a broader movement among lawmakers and advocacy groups pushing for stricter regulations on social media platforms, especially concerning child safety. This case comes at a time when concerns about the mental health impacts of social media use among young people are increasingly prominent in pu…
This unprecedented lawsuit against Meta raises significant questions about the responsibility of tech companies in protecting vulnerable users, particularly children. If the states succeed, it could set a legal precedent that forces Meta and similar companies to rethink their product designs and data practices.

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