Zuckerberg defends Meta as trial examines social media’s impact on children

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg expressed regret over slow progress in identifying underage Instagram users during a landmark California trial. Zuckerberg faced tough questioning on Meta's age verification and internal emails showing concerns about under-13s accessing Instagram. The trial could set precedent for lawsuits alleging social media platforms harm young users' mental health by encouraging compulsive use.