# Instagram faces trial over allegations of harming children

Instagram, owned by Meta, is going to trial over claims that its platform harms children's mental health. The case could set a significant legal precedent for social media companies' responsibility regarding young users. The outcome may influence future regulations on child safety online.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/7/21/instagram-on-trial-for-allegedly-harming-kids?traffic_source=rss) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:59:51 +0000