"The jury found two social media giants, Meta and YouTube, responsible for injuries incurred by a 20-year-old woman over the course of her childhood."
"The plaintiff, referred to in court as KGM, claimed that her social media use had begun when she was six years old."
"Judgements of responsibility in cases like the one brought against Meta and YouTube are necessarily complex."
"The destructive effects of platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and YouTube have been well-documented."
A California jury held Meta and YouTube accountable for the harmful effects of their platforms on a young woman, KGM, who began using social media at age six. Her lawsuit claimed that features designed to retain user attention led to serious issues like body dysmorphia and self-harm. Despite potential criticisms of the verdict, evidence suggested that these companies were aware of the addictive nature of their platforms and the risks posed to youth. This case may signal further legal challenges for these social media giants.
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