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Landmark Trials Challenge Social Media Addiction Claims

2/13/2026

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Plaintiffs accuse Meta Platforms, Inc., TikTok (the social media platform), Snap, Inc., and YouTube (the video-sharing platform) of causing injuries through addictive products in landmark trials.
The allegations raise concerns about social media addiction and its impact on users.
Technology reporter Cecilia Kang outlines the stakes for the companies and users in this legal battle.
The proceedings involve four major platforms and are landmark trials with consequences for accountability.

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Story summary

Plaintiffs accuse Meta Platforms, Inc., TikTok (the social media platform), Snap, Inc., and YouTube (the video-sharing platform) of causing injuries through addictive products in landmark trials.
The allegations raise concerns about social media addiction and its impact on users.
Technology reporter Cecilia Kang outlines the stakes for the companies and users in this legal battle.
The proceedings involve four major platforms and are landmark trials with consequences for accountability.