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'Profits won.' The child safety trial against Meta kicks off in federal court

NPRTuesday, August 18, 2026 at 5:39 PM

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Opening arguments are underway in a trial that pits four states against the company that owns Facebook and Instagram. They allege that Meta knew its products could hook kids — and lied about the danger.

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Impact: High
Category: World
Market relevance: Moderate
Why it matters: This story shapes how governments, markets, and the public read the international order today. Opening arguments are underway in a trial that pits four states against the company that owns Facebook and Instagram. They allege that Meta knew its products could hook kids — and lied about the danger. Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Profits and Meta.

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Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Profits and Meta.

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