Instagram's Boss Says 16 Hours of Daily Use Isn't 'Addiction' and Parents Are Furious

Adam Mosseri testified in court that excessive Instagram use doesn't equal addiction, while defending Meta against claims the platform damaged teens' mental health.

Adam Makins Feb 11, 2026

Instagram's Boss Says 16 Hours of Daily Use Isn't 'Addiction' and Parents Are Furious

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Adam Makins

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