Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, is facing legal action from the state of California and a coalition of over 30 states. They are being accused of exploiting young users for profit and exposing them to harmful content. This lawsuit, filed in a federal court in California, is contributing to the increasing scrutiny that social media giants face concerning their treatment of younger individuals. This controversy highlights the need for stricter regulations and safeguards to protect vulnerable users from potential exploitation and the negative impact of harmful content on their well-being.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-10-24/meta-sued-by-california-states-over-harmful-youth-marketing