A landmark legal battle over social media addiction has concluded with Meta reaching a settlement with a coalition of state attorneys general. The agreement follows allegations that the company deliberately engineered its platforms to exploit young users, prioritizing engagement over their well-being. Legal experts say the case could set a precedent for how tech firms are held accountable for their impact on youth mental health. The proposed terms, initially revealed by California officials, mark a rare instance of regulators intervening in the design practices of major social media companies.
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Meta settles with states over social media addiction claims Meta and a coalition of state attorneys general reached a settlement in the high-profile trial accusing the company of designing its platforms to be addictive for young users. © AP Photo/Ryan Sun The proposed settlement, later announced by California...
