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Instagram CEO denies company hid low use of teen safety feature in Meta trial
Adam Mosseri is first top executive from Meta to testify in blockbuster lawsuit brought by 29 US states
TL;DR
- Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri testified in a trial against Meta, denying claims that the company hid low opt-in rates for teen safety features.
- Prosecutors highlighted the low usage of the 'Take a Break' feature, which Mosseri had publicly promoted without disclosing the specific opt-in numbers.
- The lawsuit brought by 29 US states alleges Meta designed addictive products harmful to young people's mental health and violated data privacy laws.
- Meta denies the allegations, asserting their safety measures are industry-leading and that the states are seeking an "outlandish payout."
- The trial could significantly alter how social media apps function for young users if Meta is found liable, potentially resulting in billions in damages and product redesigns.