A coalition of 29 US states has filed a lawsuit demanding a $200 billion penalty from Meta, alleging the company knowingly exploited children on Facebook and Instagram.
The landmark trial, which began on August 19, 2026, centers on claims that Meta hid internal research regarding the negative impact of its platforms on teenage mental health.
Meta has rejected the allegations, arguing that it has implemented necessary safety guardrails, but the outcome of this trial could force significant changes to social media regulations.