Blog•Mar 27, 2026
Meta and YouTube Were Found Liable for Harming Kids. But Nobody Is Talking About the Racial Pattern Behind It
A federal jury this week found Meta and YouTube liable for harming children’s developing brains, marking one of the most consequential tech verdicts to date. The decision hinges on evidence that the platforms’ design deliberately exploits reward pathways, fragmenting attention and disrupting sleep. The ruling also highlights a racial disparity, noting that Black and Brown youth bear a disproportionate share of the damage due to existing inequities. Legal experts warn the verdict could open the floodgates for similar lawsuits nationwide.
