Google's YouTube settles social media addiction case with teen (opens original article in a new tab)

Google's YouTube settled a social media addiction case with a 15-year-old in Florida, while the teen continues legal action against other platforms. A previous similar case resulted in a $6m verdict.

• Google's YouTube settled a social media addiction case with a 15-year-old in Florida
• R.K.C. is also suing Meta, TikTok, and Snap Inc with a trial set for 27 July
• YouTube and other platforms are accused of designing addictive features to maximize usage and profits
• A previous case by K.G.M. resulted in a $6m verdict against YouTube and Meta