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Why the Verdict Against Meta and YouTube Could Change Social Media
Nytimes· 2026-03-26 23:52
In a landmark case, a jury found Meta and YouTube guilty of creating products that were addictive. Ryan Mac explains the outcome and what it could mean for tech companies going forward. ...
Meta Platforms, Alphabet's YouTube Found Negligent In Social Media Trial: Here's The Penalty From Jury
Benzinga· 2026-03-25 18:06
Meta, YouTube Held Liable By JuryThe jury ruled in favor of the plaintiff and against the technology giants, with the case proving that Meta and YouTube were negligent in purposefully designing their apps, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.The apps were found to be harmful to children and made to be addictive on purpose, especially for younger users.The plaintiff told the court that using the apps from the companies caused anxiety, depression and other harmful impacts due to their addictiveness.The jur ...