Instagram Boss Tells Court: Social Media Isn't 'Clinically Addictive'
Adam Mosseri defended Meta in addiction trial, claiming the company carefully tested features targeting young users.
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri took the stand Wednesday in a social media addiction trial with a bold claim: the platforms aren't "clinically addictive."
Mosseri pushed back hard against allegations that Meta's products hook users in harmful ways. His defense? The company was supposedly careful when testing features designed for younger audiences.
The testimony comes as Meta faces mounting legal pressure over how its platforms affect teen mental health. Courts across the country are scrutinizing whether social media companies knowingly built addictive products while downplaying the risks.
Mosseri's clinical addiction denial is a calculated legal stance. Whether judges and juries buy it remains to be seen. The trial continues as Meta fights to protect both its reputation and its bottom line.