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Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears

Meta argued social media addiction does not exist, as a trial stemming from a major lawsuit brought by US states got under way.

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Published by CurrentWire Aug 18, 2026 at 7:20 PM ET · First coverage Aug 18, 2026 at 6:11 PM ET

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Meta hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, court hears

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