Meta is accused of harming younger customers with its addictive options.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has appeared in a Los Angeles courtroom to reply questions on accusations of hurt that his firm causes to younger customers.
The landmark trial is wanting into the addictive elements of the usage of social media.
It’s a part of a giant wave of rising anger towards tech platforms, that are mentioned to contribute to addictive behaviour.
As a response, some international locations have already began limiting entry to children.
Others have gone so far as banning their use for kids youthful than 16.
However can a courtroom case change issues?
And what function ought to households play in controlling their youngsters’ extreme use of social media?
Presenter: James Bays
Friends:
Adele Walton – On-line security campaigner
Larry Magid – CEO of ConnectSafely.org, an web security and safety organisation that advises corporations, together with Fb
Donna Dawson – Psychologist specializing in character and behavior
Printed On 19 Feb 2026
