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Mark Zuckerberg Testifies in Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial Over Youth Harm Claims

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•Plaintiffs allege that Meta's (social media giant) platforms fostered addiction and worsened mental health issues in youths.
•The case represents a significant challenge to social media companies' legal protections regarding platform design features.
•Zuckerberg’s testimony could shape how courts assess liability related to social media and mental health in future cases.
•This lawsuit comes amidst growing concerns about the mental health crisis among teens linked to social media use.
•The trial is part of a broader movement seeking accountability from technology companies for their product impacts.

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