Meta loses trial after arguing child exploitation was “inevitable” on its apps https://arstechni.ca/EjR6 #socialmediaaddiction #childexploitation #childsafety #Instagram #NewMexico #Facebook #whatsapp #Policy #meta
Meta loses trial after arguing child exploitation was “inevitable” on its apps

Meta plans to appeal as it faces down two other child safety trials.

Ars Technica
Meta and YouTube are facing trial over social media addiction, potentially setting a precedent for the impact of platforms like Instagram on mental health. Stay informed, this could change the game in online safety. #SocialMediaAddiction #MentalHealthAwareness #MetaTrial #OnlineSafety
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Explosive Social Media Addiction Trial Puts Meta And YouTube Under Jury Scrutiny

The social media addiction trial against Meta and YouTube could shape how courts judge the mental health impact of platforms like Instagram and YouTube.

SquaredTech
In a landmark #socialmediaaddiction trial, lawyers presented closing arguments to a jury deciding if #Meta and #YouTube are liable for harms caused to children using their platforms. The plaintiff, Kaley, claims her #socialmedia #addiction exacerbated #depression and #suicidalthoughts. https://apnews.com/article/meta-instagram-facebook-trial-social-media-addiction-0e99c9ba6159421720d616f9facd10f0?eicker.news #tech #media #news
Closing arguments begin in landmark social media trial set in Los Angeles

After about a month of hearing from addiction experts, therapists, platform engineers and executives, including Mark Zuckerberg, a jury has heard closing arguments before heading to the deliberation room to decide whether social media companies should be liable for harms caused to children using their platforms. Closing statements in the trial began Thursday at the Spring Street Courthouse in Los Angeles. Lawyers representing the plaintiff, a 20-year-old woman, and those representing the two defendants, Meta and Google-owned YouTube, made their respective cases to the jurors.

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Mark Zuckerberg Testifies in Trial Regarding Youth Social Media Addiction and Company Responsibility

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Los Angeles trial about claims that Meta apps like Instagram cause youth addiction and mental health issues. Over 1,600 families are suing.

#MarkZuckerberg, #Meta, #Instagram, #SocialMediaAddiction, #YouthMentalHealth

https://newsletter.tf/mark-zuckerberg-testifies-los-angeles-court-youth-social-media-addiction/

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified this week in Los Angeles. The trial is about claims that Instagram and other Meta apps harm young people, with over 1,600 families suing.

#MarkZuckerberg, #Meta, #Instagram, #SocialMediaAddiction, #YouthMentalHealth

https://newsletter.tf/mark-zuckerberg-testifies-los-angeles-court-youth-social-media-addiction/

Mark Zuckerberg Defends Meta Apps in Los Angeles Court Over Youth Addiction Claims

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Los Angeles trial about claims that Meta apps like Instagram cause youth addiction and mental health issues. Over 1,600 families are suing.

Zuckerberg Defends Social Media Platforms Amid Youth Addiction Trial

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Los Angeles court this week, defending Meta's social media platforms against claims they are designed to be addictive and harm young people.

#ZuckerbergTrial, #SocialMediaAddiction, #MetaPlatforms, #YouthMentalHealth, #LosAngelesCourt

https://newsletter.tf/mark-zuckerberg-defends-meta-social-media-platforms-youth-addiction-trial-los-angeles/

Mark Zuckerberg faced tough questions in a Los Angeles court this week about whether Meta's platforms are designed to be addictive. This trial could impact other tech companies.

#ZuckerbergTrial, #SocialMediaAddiction, #MetaPlatforms, #YouthMentalHealth, #LosAngelesCourt

https://newsletter.tf/mark-zuckerberg-defends-meta-social-media-platforms-youth-addiction-trial-los-angeles/

Mark Zuckerberg Denies Social Media Addiction Design in Los Angeles Court Trial

Mark Zuckerberg testified in a Los Angeles court this week, defending Meta's social media platforms against claims they are designed to be addictive and harm young people.

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