Feb. 14, 2026
Commentary: Why tech giants shouldn't be liable for creating addictive platforms
Erwin Chemerinsky argues that social media companies should not be held liable for designing addictive platforms, as they are engaged in protected speech.
Feb. 13, 2026
Families Protest Snapchat Outside Offices Over Fentanyl Deaths
More than 40 families spell out names of children they say died from social media-facilitated drug sales
Feb. 13, 2026
Families Protest Snapchat, Demand Safety Changes After Child Deaths
Over 40 grieving families block access to Snap Inc. headquarters, painting names of deceased children on the road
Feb. 12, 2026
Instagram Addiction Trial 2026: Shocking Legal Battle
The landmark case tests whether social media platform design can be legally considered a substantial factor in alleged psychological harm.
Feb. 12, 2026
Instagram CEO Denies 'Clinical Addiction' in Landmark Trial
Mosseri testifies users can't be 'clinically addicted' to social media, as Meta faces lawsuit over mental health impacts.
Feb. 12, 2026
Instagram CEO Defends Platform in Landmark Mental Health Trial
Mosseri argues distinction between 'addiction' and 'problematic use' as lawsuits mount against social media giants
Feb. 12, 2026
Instagram Chief Denies Social Media Addiction Claims
Mosseri testifies that he disagrees with idea of clinical social media addiction
Feb. 12, 2026
Instagram Head Denies Social Media is 'Clinically Addictive' in Landmark Trial
Adam Mosseri argues excessive use is 'problematic' but not the same as clinical addiction
Feb. 12, 2026
Instagram Chief Testifies on Social Media Addiction at Landmark Trial
Adam Mosseri disagrees that people can be clinically addicted to social media platforms.
Feb. 12, 2026
Prince Harry Fights Back Tears Addressing Parents Who Lost Children to Social Media
The Duke of Sussex spoke from the heart during the unannounced appearance in Los Angeles
Feb. 12, 2026
Instagram Chief Denies Social Media Addiction Claims
Mosseri testifies that he disagrees with the idea that people can be clinically addicted to social media platforms.
Feb. 11, 2026
YouTube Lawyer Sees No Addiction From Half Hour of Videos
Landmark trial over social media addiction features 20-year-old plaintiff's low YouTube usage
Feb. 11, 2026
Instagram CEO Defends Platform in Landmark Trial Over Social Media Harms
The case could set a precedent for whether social media platforms are responsible for harming children.
Feb. 11, 2026
Instagram Chief Grilled Over Multimillion-Dollar Pay at Addiction Trial
Adam Mosseri testifies about his lucrative compensation as Meta faces lawsuit over social media's impact on youth mental health.
Feb. 10, 2026
Landmark Social Media Trial Begins Over Teen's Mental Health
Lawyers argue Instagram and YouTube intentionally created addictive features that harmed a 20-year-old woman's mental health.
Feb. 10, 2026
Landmark Trial Accuses Social Media Giants of Addicting Children
Plaintiffs argue Meta and YouTube engineered features to addict young users, while defendants deny social media is the primary cause of mental health issues
Feb. 10, 2026
Landmark trial alleges social media "addicting the brains of children"
Plaintiff's lawyer argues social media platforms are like casinos and addictive drugs.
Feb. 10, 2026
Google Defends YouTube Against Child Addiction Claims in Trial
Lawsuit alleges YouTube's design intentionally exploits psychological vulnerabilities of young users.
Feb. 10, 2026
Expert Testifies Social Media Addiction Hits Teens Hardest
Landmark trial alleges Google and Meta's platforms are designed to be addictive for young users.
Feb. 10, 2026
Landmark Trial Alleges Social Media Giants 'Addicting the Brains of Children'
Lawsuit seeks to hold Meta and YouTube responsible for harms to child users
