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Social media seeks ways to get away with addictive designs

Social media seeks ways to get away with addictive designs

Social media platforms, including Meta's Facebook and Instagram, are facing increasing scrutiny and legal challenges in the U.S. regarding their potentially addictive designs. Despite Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s claims in court that there are no issues, these apps remain under investigation for their impact on users.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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