Social Media Addiction Lawyer on Landmark Trial: 'Social Media Is Inherently Unhealthy for Kids'

Human rights organizations are celebrating a 'watershed' verdict in a landmark social media addiction trial, where Meta and YouTube were found to have deliberately designed addictive products, sparking widespread calls for reform. Emily Jeffcot, a lawyer for the plaintiff, emphasized the significance of the trial, stating that social media is "inherently unhealthy for kids."

26 Mar, 21:46 — 26 Mar, 23:00

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A landmark trial has concluded with a verdict against Meta and YouTube, finding they deliberately designed their platforms to be addictive. This ruling is being hailed by some as a watershed moment for child protection online, while others express skepticism about its implications for privacy. The case highlights growing concerns about the impact of social media on young users' mental health and development.

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The GuardianMostly Factual2h ago

Human rights groups cheer ‘watershed’ verdict in social media addiction trial

As many organizations celebrate outcome, some are skeptical as to what it means for privacy protections The verdict in a landmark social media trial that Meta and YouTube deliberately designed addictive products has sparked calls for reform across borders. International human rights and tech freedom groups issued statements after the decision, praising jurors for holding social media companies accountable for harms to children and urging tech giants to change their design features to ensure c...

By Sanya Mansoor

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