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Courts Target Social Media Design | Hip-Hop News
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A federal appeals court just cleared the way for over 3,000 lawsuits against social media giants, targeting how platforms are engineered to hook young users with endless scrolling and alerts—linking these design choices directly to teen anxiety and depression. This landmark ruling shifts focus from user content to platform mechanics, potentially sidelining legal shields like Section 230. Meta faces mounting pressure, especially as states like California prepare for trials—and New Mexico has already slapped it with a $567 million penalty earmarked for child mental health. With thousands of cases now poised to move forward, this legal battle is entering a massive, high-stakes new phase.
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