CNA Meta, Google found liable in landmark social media addiction trial

Alphabet’s Google and Meta were found liable on Wednesday (Mar 25) for designing platforms that are dangerous for teens, in a landmark verdict that could force tech firms to rethink how they defend themselves against safety claims. The verdict could mark a turning point in the global backlash against their platforms’ perceived mental health harms to kids and teens, more than two decades after the emergence of social media. Eric Goldman, professor of law and associate dean of research at Santa Clara University’s School of Law, tells CNA’s Asia First what can be expected as Meta and Google prepare to appeal the verdict.

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