A landmark trial ended with a jury finding that Meta (which owns Instagram) and Google (which owns YouTube) were liable for designing addictive social media platforms. The decision centers on algorithmic design that the court concluded contributed to mental h…
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A landmark trial concluded that Meta’s Instagram and Google’s YouTube were designed with addictive algorithms contributing to mental health issues, including depression and anxiety, particularly among minors. The ruling holds the platforms liable for harm caused by their algorithmic engagement strategies, potentially triggering regulatory and legal consequences for the companies.