Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has been ordered to pay a $57 million fine by a court. The lawsuit, brought by Democratic Attorney General Raul Torres, alleges that Meta intentionally designed its platforms to be addictive to children and teenagers. Torres argued Facebook and Instagram's features actively encourage youth dependency. The court found Meta responsible for exploiting vulnerabilities in young users’ brains to maximize engagement. This ruling highlights growing concerns regarding the impact of social media on the mental health of young people. The penalty aims to hold Meta accountable and potentially compel changes in design practices. It sets a precedent for future legal challenges concerning platforms’ responsibility for user wellbeing.