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State AGs take Meta to trial Tuesday; New Mexico AG warns of 'astronomical' consequences
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The trial phase of the state AGs' social media addiction lawsuit against Meta starts Tuesday, with New Mexico's attorney general describing potential outcomes as 'astronomical'.
This lawsuit could set a precedent for how social media platforms are held accountable for addiction-related design choices. Engineers building such platforms may face new legal constraints on features that encourage prolonged use. The trial's outcome could reshape the regulatory landscape for the industry.
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Opening arguments in the state AGs' social media addiction lawsuit against Meta begin Tuesday.
New Mexico's attorney general says the consequences could be 'astronomical.'
The report suggests New Mexico's case may serve as a blueprint, with California potentially determining Meta's fate.
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