A 20-year-old woman in the United States has won $6 million in damages in a landmark verdict against Meta and Google. The jury ruled that platforms like Instagram and YouTube are designed to cause addiction in young teens. The woman testified that her usage began at age six and contributed to serious mental health struggles, including anxiety and depression. For the first time, the jury held tech companies accountable not for content, but for how their platforms are built. Features under scrutiny included infinite scroll, autoplay, notifications, and algorithms designed to maximize engagement. The jury found Meta 70% responsible and YouTube 30% responsible, awarding $3 million in compensation and $3 million in punitive damages. Both companies have said they will appeal. The case could influence thousands of similar lawsuits against big tech companies globally, shifting focus from content to platform design and mental health risks for minors.
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