Meta, YouTube must pay $3M to woman who got hooked on apps as a child

Los Angeles jury A jury ordered payment of damages the jury ordered Meta and YouTube to pay $3 million to the plaintiff.

Meta was assigned the larger share of the payment the jury decided Meta must pay 70% of the $3 million.

Google was assigned a portion of the payment the jury decided YouTube-owner Google must pay 30% of the $3 million.

Trial testimony referenced app design features features cited included auto-play, infinite scroll, and algorithmic recommendations said to keep children online.

Plaintiff K.G.M. The plaintiff reported mental health harms she reported severe body dysmorphia, depression, and suicidal thoughts linked to constant app use.