By The Hill
Published on April 16, 2024
A judge has granted Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s request to dismiss lawsuits that allege he was personally responsible for his platforms fueling social media addiction.
U.S. District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers ruled Monday, excusing Zuckerberg from being held liable, but said the case against Meta, the parent company to Facebook and Instagram, still stands.
Lawsuits filed against Meta on behalf of youth argue that features on the social media platforms are designed to addict children.