What happened: A jury trial in Los Angeles is examining claims that Instagram and YouTube's parent companies designed their platforms to be addictive. The case focuses on how these social media services may encourage excessive use.
Why it matters:
- Potential changes to how social media platforms operate and regulate content.
- Users, especially young people, may be affected by platform design aimed at maximising engagement.
MNN Take: The trial highlights growing concerns about social media's impact on mental health and user behaviour, prompting legal scrutiny of platform design choices.
Sources: BBC US & Canada