The Unlikable Truth About Social Media's Dark Side The trial set to begin on Tuesday, in which 30 US states are suing Meta for allegedly exploiting child users, marks a long overdue reckoning with the darker side of social media.
For years, we've been told that platforms like Instagram and Facebook are harmless tools for self expression and connection. However, mounting evidence suggests this narrative is nothing short of a lie.
The lawsuit centers on the claim that Meta has knowingly designed its platforms to hook young users through features like infinite scroll, likes, and notifications.