Instagram head Adam Mosseri testified he was unaware that employees limited his access to teen safety information, marking the first high-profile executive testimony in the latest social media addiction trial.
Mosseri's statement came during questioning about internal practices at Instagram regarding data transparency and teen user safety. The testimony suggests a potential disconnect between leadership and operational decisions at the company.
The trial centers on whether social media platforms deliberately designed addictive features targeting minors. Mosseri's testimony indicates potential barriers between safety research and executive visibility.
Insiders have previously reported that Instagram teams may have restricted access to certain datasets related to teen mental health impacts and platform usage patterns. Such restrictions could affect how executives understand risks associated with the platform.
The case adds pressure on Meta to demonstrate commitment to teen safety amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny. Mosseri's appearance represents a rare instance of a major social media executive testifying directly in court about platform operations and internal information flows.
The trial continues as plaintiffs argue that platforms prioritize engagement metrics over user wellbeing.
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