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A former Meta engineer is testifying in a major US trial where multiple states accuse the social media giant of deliberately designing addictive platforms for children while concealing safety risks and improperly collecting data from minors.
A coalition of 29 US states is seeking US$200 billion in penalties from Meta, alleging the company deliberately designed addictive features targeting children while deceiving the public about safety risks—marking social media's potential 'tobacco moment'.
Meta faces a consequential trial in Oakland as four US states seek up to US$1.4 trillion in damages, alleging the tech giant deliberately designed addictive features targeting children on Facebook and Instagram.
A Chinese father has sued four major gaming companies for failing to prevent his son's addiction, which culminated in a drug overdose. He seeks symbolic damages but primarily wants court-ordered enforcement of age restrictions.