Wednesday, 19 August, 2026
Whistleblower's Warning: Former Engineer Testifies Social Media "Uses You"
By TechShots Studio
A former Meta safety engineer testified in a landmark addiction trial, describing how recommendation algorithms and design features turn Instagram into a platform that "uses" young users. Serving as a key witness, the engineer detailed how features encourage excessive use and complicate parental oversight, supporting claims that Meta prioritized engagement and engineered addiction at the expense of youth mental health.
Read full story at REUTERS