"KGM began using YouTube at age six and Instagram at age nine, developing compulsive use patterns, including up to 16 hours in a single day on Instagram. The platforms' design features contributed to her anxiety, depression, body dysmorphia, and suicidal ideation."
"The case argued that Meta and YouTube made deliberate design choices, such as 'infinite scroll', to make their platforms more addictive to children in order to boost profits."
"The verdict is set to have far-reaching ripple effects, potentially marking big tech's big tobacco moment, with thousands more similar cases waiting in the wings."
A Los Angeles jury found Instagram and YouTube addictive due to design defects, awarding $6 million in damages to KGM, who claimed compulsive use led to mental health issues. Meta was deemed 70% responsible, while Google was 30% responsible. This case is a precursor to over 20 similar trials aimed at establishing legal precedents. KGM's usage patterns, starting at a young age, were linked to anxiety and depression, with claims that design choices were made to enhance addiction and profit.
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