A jury in Los Angeles is expected to deliver a verdict in a closely watched case against Meta Platforms and YouTube, owned by Google. The lawsuit accuses the tech giants of designing platforms that contribute to harm among children and teenagers, particularly around mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and addictive behavior. This case is being seen as a major test for Big Tech accountability, potentially setting a legal precedent for how social media companies are regulated in relation to minors. Lawyers for the plaintiffs argue the platforms knowingly used engagement-driven algorithms that kept young users hooked, while the companies have denied wrongdoing and pointed to existing safety measures.
Verdict Expected in Case Against Meta & YouTube Over Kids’ Mental Health
