New Mexico jurors watch Zuckerberg deposition in Meta child safety bellwether trial

In a trial in New Mexico, jurors watched a deposition of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg discussing the impact of social media on children. The state’s attorney general claims Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, didn’t disclose the risks of addiction and child exploitation on its platforms. Zuckerberg was questioned about internal research showing users found the platforms addictive. He disagreed with the term “addictive” but admitted to focusing on increasing user time, especially among teens, to boost revenue. The trial also covered Meta’s decision to allow cosmetic filters on Instagram, which some argue promote plastic surgery. This case highlights concerns about social media’s influence on young people and Meta’s responsibility in managing harmful content. QUESTION: How might the way social media companies handle user safety and content affect your generation’s relationship with these platforms?