Meta, Google found liable in social media addiction case

A jury has found Meta Platforms and Alphabet's Google liable in a lawsuit alleging social media addiction caused a mental health crisis. The companies will be required to pay damages to a 20-year-old plaintiff who claimed harm from excessive use of their platforms. This verdict highlights growing concerns and legal scrutiny surrounding the impact of social media on mental well-being, particularly among young adults. The case could set a precedent for future litigation against major tech companies regarding platform design and user addiction.