Meta, YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial

Mar 25, 2026 - 14:00
Meta, YouTube found liable in landmark social media addiction trial
A California jury on Wednesday found social media giants Meta and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial, determining the companies were negligent in their design and operation of the platforms.  The jury determined $3 million in damages, with Meta expected to pay 70 percent and YouTube 30 percent of that amount. The...