Tech giants head to landmark US trial over social media addiction claims

A landmark trial is set to begin in Los Angeles, where a group of approximately 1,600 plaintiffs, including parents, teens, and school districts, is suing Meta, YouTube, TikTok, and Snap, alleging that these companies intentionally designed their products to be addictive and harmful to young people. The plaintiffs claim that this addiction leads to serious mental health issues, including depression and self-harm, as reported by The Guardian.