Snapchat faces first US jury trial over youth addiction; Instagram already convicted

Snapchat is defending itself for the first time before a US jury against allegations that it caused addiction among young users, while Instagram (Meta) was already convicted earlier this year. A new test trial began Wednesday in Los Angeles. This marks a significant legal escalation for social media platforms, potentially setting precedents for liability in youth addiction cases.

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