Meta 'hid the truth' over child safety, court hears, as social media trial begins — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meta-hid-the-truth-over-child-safety-court-hears-as-social-media-trial-beginsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Meta faces 'astronomical' consequences in child safety trialhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meta-hid-the-truth-over-child-safety-court-hears-as-social-media-trial-beginshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/meta-hid-the-truth-over-child-safety-court-hears-as-social-media-trial-begins#u45282Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:47:33 +0000Meta is on trial in California over allegations it hooked children on Facebook and Instagram, misled the public about risks, and prioritized profits over safety. The company faces potential 'astronomical' consequences, including a $200 billion claim from states. The trial marks a critical moment in the legal fight over social media addiction and child safety.Why it mattersThe trial is a landmark case that could have significant implications for Meta's future and the broader social media industry. It comes amid growing concerns about the impact of social media on children's