Meta, YouTube in dock for ‘engineering addiction’ in children: Why countries are weighing tougher social media rules

February 10, 2026 at 11:07 AM

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Meta and YouTube face a landmark trial in Los Angeles over claims their platforms deliberately fuel addiction and harm young users’ mental health. As tech giants deny wrongdoing, governments worldwide, including the UK and France, are weighing stricter rules or bans on social media for children.

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Meta and YouTube face a landmark trial in Los Angeles over claims their platforms deliberately fuel addiction and harm young users’ mental health. As tech giants deny wrongdoing, governments worldwide, including the UK and France, are weighing stricter rules or bans on social media for children. This article provides comprehensive coverage and analysis of current events.

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Meta and YouTube face a landmark trial in Los Angeles over claims their platforms deliberately fuel addiction and harm young users’ mental health. As tech giants deny wrongdoing, governments worldwide, including the UK and France, are weighing stricter rules or bans on social media for children.

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