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Social Media Addiction Verdict Puts Platform Design on Trial, Not Just Content Moderation
A jury’s finding that Meta and YouTube negligently designed their platforms and harmed a young user could intensify pressure on tech companies to defend core engagement features as product-liability risks.
Key Takeaways
- A jury found Meta and YouTube negligently designed their platforms and harmed a plaintiff.
- The case shifts focus toward platform design and engagement mechanics.
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