A Los Angeles court trial has started, where 12 jurors are hearing whether Instagram’s addictive features cause mental health problems in kids and teenagers. The case accuses Meta of releasing defective products with habit-forming features like endless scrolling and algorithmic recommendations, leading to serious health issues. Meta denies the allegations, but the jury will decide if its core design can harm young users’ minds.
Source: https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/2026/02/instagram-meta-addiction-lawsuits/685947