Summary
A trial is starting where a woman claims social media companies made their platforms addictive to children, causing harm. This case is part of a larger group of lawsuits against major social media companies. The lawsuit argues these companies designed their apps to hook young users, similar to slot machines and cigarette marketing.
Key Facts
- A California woman, K.G.M., claims social media apps caused her addiction and harm since childhood.
- Her case is part of a larger group of lawsuits involving thousands of plaintiffs.
- Major companies like Meta, ByteDance, Snap, and Google are named as defendants.
- Snap and TikTok have settled their cases, but Meta and YouTube continue to face trial.
- The lawsuit argues social media platforms are purposely designed to be addictive, especially to minors.
- Social media companies argue there is no clear definition or legal recognition of social media addiction.
- The companies also challenge the claim that their products specifically caused any addiction.
