Kaley

Kaley is a young woman from California who initiated a lawsuit against Meta (Instagram) and Google (YouTube) alleging that their platforms intentionally created addictive features that harmed her mental health. She began using Instagram at the age of nine and developed an addiction, spending up to 16 hours a day on the app. This led to anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Recently, a jury in Los Angeles ruled in her favor, finding Meta and Google liable for her addiction. This landmark verdict marks a turning point in the debate about the responsibility of large technology companies for the negative impacts of their platforms on users' mental health, particularly among young people. The case is significant as it could pave the way for tighter regulations on social media and inspire similar lawsuits.