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US States Sue Meta Over AI-Driven Harm to Minors on Facebook and Instagram
Thirty attorneys general have put a trillion-dollar number on the harm they say Facebook and Instagram did to teenagers. Removing likes and infinite scroll is on the demand list too.
The facts
Thirty US states have filed a major lawsuit against Meta, alleging that AI-powered recommendation algorithms and engagement features on Facebook and Instagram have harmed minors' mental health and privacy. The states seek over $1 trillion in damages and demand significant platform changes, including removing 'likes' and endless scrolling.