The trial against social media giants Meta and YouTube has commenced in Los Angeles, where they are accused of designing platforms that are inherently addictive and harmful to children. Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri has denied claims that social media can lead to clinical addiction, likening the experience to binge-watching a Netflix show. Meanwhile, expert testimony has suggested that these platforms are specifically engineered to captivate young users, and concerns have been raised regarding the safety of children online, highlighted by a New Mexico case against Meta related to child safety. As the proceedings move forward, parents and advocates are closely watching the implications this landmark case may have on the tech industry and the regulation of social media.