Meta Platforms says several U.S. states are seeking as much as $1.4 trillion in penalties in a legal dispute over allegations that Facebook and Instagram are designed to be addictive for young users. In a court filing reported by The Independent, Meta states that four states have brought claims seeking the figure, reflecting the states’ position on potential damages and penalties tied to the alleged conduct. The filing indicates that the case centers on how Meta designs and operates its social platforms and the impact those designs may have on children and teens. While the outlets describe the scale of the requested penalties, they do not provide details in the provided excerpts about specific claims, legal theories, or the procedural stage of the litigation. The dispute is presented as a major legal challenge for the company, with Meta contesting the allegations in court. The matter is ongoing, and the amount requested by plaintiffs is not, by itself, an indication of what a court will ultimately award.