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Big Tech Under Fire: Instagram's Impact on Youth Revealed

2/25/2026

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Big Tech faces scrutiny as Mark Zuckerberg testifies that Instagram harms youth.
A California woman identified as KGM files a lawsuit alleging sextortion and self-harm linked to social media.
Young adults, including Rikki Schlott, describe exposure to inappropriate content and negative online influence.
Some parents delay device access for their children.
Schools ban phones to combat these issues.

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Story summary

Big Tech faces scrutiny as Mark Zuckerberg testifies that Instagram harms youth.
A California woman identified as KGM files a lawsuit alleging sextortion and self-harm linked to social media.
Young adults, including Rikki Schlott, describe exposure to inappropriate content and negative online influence.
Some parents delay device access for their children.
Schools ban phones to combat these issues.