Trial Against Meta and YouTube: Accused of Designing 'Digital Drug' for Kids

A trial has begun in California where a young woman accuses Meta and YouTube of deliberately designing their platforms to be addictive for children. This case could set a precedent for holding major tech companies accountable for the harmful design of their products.

A lawyer for a young woman suing Meta Platforms and YouTube before a jury in California on Monday said that Meta and YouTube deliberately designed their products to cause addiction in children. This trial will test whether major technology platforms can be held accountable for the design of their applications.

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2026-02-10T07:17:22+00:00

Trump Threatens to Halt New Bridge Opening to Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday threatened to halt the opening of a new bridge connecting the U.S. and Canada after proposing to annex the latter as the 51st state.

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2026-02-10T07:11:34+00:00

MrBeast Acquires Digital Bank

The world's most famous YouTuber announced the acquisition of a digital bank targeting the younger generation. This is a new addition to his wide-ranging business investments.

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2026-02-10T04:23:24+00:00

Historical Lawsuits Against Social Media Over Harm to Children

Major tech companies, including Meta and Google, are being sued for allegedly intentionally addicting minors on their platforms, causing them harm. Trials starting in Los Angeles could set a precedent for the entire industry.

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2026-02-10T04:17:12+00:00

UN Awaits Details from US on Overdue Payments

The UN said on Monday it is waiting for details on the timing and amount of the US payment for its overdue budget contributions. This came after Washington pledged last week to make an initial payment within weeks.