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NYC Sues Tech Giants Over Youth Addiction Crisis

10/13/2025

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  • New York City filed a lawsuit against Meta, Google, Snap, and TikTok, alleging they exploit youth psychology to create addictive platforms.
  • The 327-page complaint says these practices contribute to a youth mental health crisis, including chronic school absences and subway surfing.
  • The city argues social media firms should be held accountable, and the case is part of a nationwide wave with about 2,050 similar suits.