"A young woman identified as K.G.M. accused Meta and YouTube of creating products as addictive as cigarettes or online gambling sites, claiming that features like infinite scrolling contributed to her depression and anxiety."
"Meta is responsible for 70 percent of the $3 million damages awarded, highlighting the financial burden placed on tech giants for the alleged harm caused by their addictive features."
"This legal decision opens the floodgates for more individuals who feel harmed by tech products, similar to the historical lawsuits against big tobacco that led to significant settlements and regulatory changes."
Meta and YouTube have been ordered to pay $3 million in damages due to claims that their products are addictive and have caused mental health issues. A young woman alleged that features like infinite scrolling led to her depression and anxiety. Meta is responsible for 70 percent of the payment. This case may set a precedent for similar lawsuits against tech companies, reminiscent of past legal actions against the tobacco industry for misleading marketing and health risks.
Read at Men's Journal
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