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MNN Global · January 21, 2026 · 1 min read

Snap settles social media addiction lawsuit before trial

What happened: Snap has reached a settlement in a lawsuit accusing it of causing social media addiction, just before the trial was set to begin. TikTok, YouTube, and Meta are still facing the case.

Why it matters:

  • The settlement may influence how social media companies address addiction concerns.
  • Users and regulators are watching how these platforms manage mental health impacts.

MNN Take: This settlement resolves Snap's involvement in the case but leaves broader questions about social media's role in addiction open as other companies remain defendants.

Sources: BBC Business