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Jurors Award $381 Million Over Social Media's Harm to Kids

4/8/2026

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Planet Money released a new book titled "Planet Money— A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life."
Juries found Google and Meta negligent for designing addictive apps harming children's mental health.
Aza Raskin testified that social media companies prioritize engagement over user well-being.
Jurors awarded $6 million in California.
Jurors awarded $375 million in New Mexico.

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Story summary

Planet Money released a new book titled "Planet Money— A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life."
Juries found Google and Meta negligent for designing addictive apps harming children's mental health.
Aza Raskin testified that social media companies prioritize engagement over user well-being.
Jurors awarded $6 million in California.
Jurors awarded $375 million in New Mexico.