Instagram Chief To Testify In Youth Addiction Trial
4 weeks ago
Instagram head Adam Mosseri is set to testify in court Wednesday over claims that the social media platform’s design is contributing to a mental health crisis among young people.
The case involves a 20-year-old California woman who says she became addicted to Instagram as a teen because of features like the app’s “endless scroll,” which she says made it difficult to disengage.
Mosseri’s testimony could have far-reaching implications for hundreds of similar lawsuits filed against social media companies across the U.S.
Meta, Instagram’s parent company, said it “strongly disagrees” with the allegations and believes the evidence will show its commitment to supporting young users. The trial will examine internal company documents, with plaintiffs arguing that Meta was aware of potential harms to children.
Experts have warned that social media design features can affect teens’ ability to disconnect, and countries including Australia, Spain, and France are considering regulations to limit access for children.
The case involves a 20-year-old California woman who says she became addicted to Instagram as a teen because of features like the app’s “endless scroll,” which she says made it difficult to disengage.
Mosseri’s testimony could have far-reaching implications for hundreds of similar lawsuits filed against social media companies across the U.S.
Meta, Instagram’s parent company, said it “strongly disagrees” with the allegations and believes the evidence will show its commitment to supporting young users. The trial will examine internal company documents, with plaintiffs arguing that Meta was aware of potential harms to children.
Experts have warned that social media design features can affect teens’ ability to disconnect, and countries including Australia, Spain, and France are considering regulations to limit access for children.
