Meta Accused of Concealing Research on Teen Social Media Addiction in Pivotal Trial

California Attorney General Megan O’Neill accused Meta of hiding internal research showing Instagram was addictive for teenagers, bringing together representatives from 29 U.S. states. The allegations suggest Meta knew its products harmed children but concealed the findings from the public. This landmark trial could reshape legal frameworks for digital platforms' responsibility toward young users. Meta is expected to deny the claims, but the outcome may force social media companies to reassess their accountability to users.