YouTube blinks first in landmark teen social media addiction lawsuit (opens original article in a new tab)

YouTube settled with a teenager over mental health claims, while other social media companies face ongoing lawsuits. The case is part of a broader legal trend targeting tech companies for alleged harm to minors.

• YouTube reached a confidential settlement with a 15-year-old over mental health claims
• Other platforms like Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat face ongoing lawsuits
• A previous trial resulted in a $6 million verdict against Meta and Google