Instagram Head Defends Platform’s Safety Record in State Lawsuit
Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, testified in a trial where Meta is being sued by several states concerning the harms caused by social media. Mosseri defended Instagram's safety record during his testimony.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 26, 2026 —
Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, appeared in court to testify in a trial where Meta Platforms, the parent company of Instagram, is facing a lawsuit from multiple states. The lawsuit centers on allegations of harm caused by social media platforms.
During his testimony, Mosseri presented a defense of Instagram’s safety measures and record. He addressed the concerns raised by the states regarding the impact of the social media application.
The specifics of the allegations made by the suing states, the duration of the trial, and the exact nature of the safety features Mosseri highlighted were not detailed in the provided summary. Further details regarding the arguments presented by both sides and the potential outcomes of the trial are pending.
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