Meta faces global lawsuits over social media practices

Opening statements begin Tuesday in a significant multistate jury trial against Meta in California, where the company faces allegations that its social media platforms are addictive and detrimental to the mental health of young users. The case, brought by attorneys general from 29 states, seeks $1.4 trillion in damages and demands changes to Meta’s practices, including parental verification for teenage users and modifications to algorithms. Meta denies the allegations and is expected to appeal any unfavorable verdict.

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