Jury Rules Tech Giants Hooked Kids, Awards $6M
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A historic ruling in Los Angeles holds Instagram and YouTube accountable for addictive designs, awarding a young woman $6 million in damages. This marks the first major victory in a wave of similar lawsuits, shifting blame from kids and parents to platforms prioritizing engagement over safety. Both companies plan appeals, but upcoming trials could force platform changes and fund youth protection programs, signaling tougher times ahead for social media giants.
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