The world’s largest social media companies have faced several high-profile trials this year seeking to hold them liable for harm to children who use their platforms. Opening statements for the first, in Los Angeles County Superior Court, began Monday. Instagram’s parent company Meta and Google’s YouTube will face claims that their platforms are intentionally addictive and harmful to children. FRANCE 24’s Sharon Gaffney talks to data scientist, former Facebook whistleblower and advocate for social media accountability, Frances Haugen.



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