# Meta faces $1.4 trillion lawsuit

https://mins.news/en/item/20260

- France 24, 2026-08-12 13:46 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/meta-faces-1-4-trillion-lawsuit

> Mark Zuckerberg’s technology company Meta is facing a lawsuit seeking $1.4 trillion. The case alleges that the company intentionally created addictive features on its platforms to keep children hooked. Parents have for years voiced concerns about Facebook and Instagram’s effects on young people’s mental health. Jury selection is scheduled to begin this Wednesday.

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