Meta, YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial

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A California jury on Wednesday found social media giants Meta and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial, determining the companies were negligent in their design and operation of the platforms.  The jury determined $3 million in damages, with Meta expected to pay 70 percent and YouTube 30 percent of that amount. The…

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Meta, YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial
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Meta, YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial

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A California jury on Wednesday found social media giants Meta and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial, determining the companies were negligent in their design and operation of the platforms.  The jury determined $3 million in damages, with Meta expected to pay 70 percent and YouTube 30 percent of that amount. The…