A Massachusetts judge has ruled that Meta Platforms must face a lawsuit alleging that it intentionally designed features on Instagram to addict young users and misled the public regarding the platform’s risks to teenage mental health. The judge determined that the claims, brought by Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, do not fall under the protections of the Communications Decency Act, as they concern false assertions about the safety and age-verification measures of Instagram. The lawsuit highlights allegations that Instagram’s design, including push notifications and “likes,” exploits teen vulnerabilities. Meta has expressed disagreement with the ruling, asserting its commitment to protecting young users.
