https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zuckerberg-faces-potential-reckoning-in-court-over-instagram-s-effects-on-teensContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zuckerberg-faces-potential-reckoning-in-court-over-instagram-s-effects-on-teenshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/zuckerberg-faces-potential-reckoning-in-court-over-instagram-s-effects-on-teens#u44881Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:21:51 +0000Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, is heading to court over allegations that Instagram is addictive and poses risks to children. The trial, described as a landmark case, comes amid growing concerns about social media's impact on youth mental health. Meta faces potential 'astronomical' consequences if found liable. The company has been sued by various parties, including New Mexico's attorney general, who recently won a $900m court victory over Meta.Why it mattersThis trial is part of a broader scrutiny of social media companies and their handling of user data, particularly with r