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E58 - Meta's "Tobacco Moment": The Lawsuits Exposing Addictive Algorithms
The "Tobacco Moment" for Tech Platforms Meta is facing a major legal reckoning that the Lawyer compares to the tobacco industry in the 1990s. The core legal issue isn't about the content, but that the platforms were intentionally designed to be addictive to underage users. Executives knew the risks but prioritized engagement and profits over safety without putting up any guardrails.
Massive Financial and Legal Repercussions The era of zero consequences is shifting into a phase of heavy litigation. Meta was recently hit with a $6 million verdict in California and a $375 million order in New…
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