Zuckerberg Defends Instagram Policies in Court
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Los Angeles trial, denying claims that Instagram intentionally targets children under 13.
The case centers on allegations that social media platforms harmed a user’s mental health during childhood. Lawyers presented internal company documents suggesting discussions around engaging younger audiences, while Zuckerberg maintained that Meta does not permit users below the minimum age requirement.
He acknowledged past internal conversations about creating safer versions of services for younger users but stated such plans were never implemented.
The lawsuit forms part of a broader wave of legal challenges facing major technology companies over their impact on young users’ wellbeing.
Meta has argued that its platforms include safety measures and that verifying user age remains a broader industry challenge.
The trial could influence future legal debates around platform responsibility and digital product design.
