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Social Media Held Liable For Addictive Platform Designs

Social Media Held Liable For Addictive Platform Designs

Morning Brief

March 26, 202611m 34s

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Show Notes

While social media connects people worldwide, concerns are rising over its impact on children. A Los Angeles jury has held Meta and YouTube responsible for creating addictive platforms that harmed a young woman, awarding $6 million US dollars in damages. We examine the verdict’s impact and potential safeguards with Prof. Bradley Freeman, Professor of Media Studies, School of Arts, Sunway University.

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