Summary
A trial began in California where tech companies like Meta, TikTok, and Google face claims that their social media platforms cause addiction and harm mental health. A 19-year-old, referred to as KGM, argues that these platforms' design features, like algorithms, made her addicted. This case could change how tech firms are held accountable for their platforms' impact on users.
Key Facts
- A trial is taking place in California focused on social media addiction.
- Major tech companies involved are Meta, TikTok, and Google.
- The plaintiff is a 19-year-old woman known as KGM.
- KGM claims social media algorithms harmed her mental health.
- Snapchat settled with the plaintiff before the trial began.
- The trial is the first of many similar cases questioning tech company responsibilities.
- Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act might not protect these companies for design-related issues.
- Tech executives, including Meta's Mark Zuckerberg, are expected to testify.
