From TikTok to courtroom - could this be social media’s big tobacco moment?

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A new wave of lawsuits in the States argue social media companies aren’t just hosting harmful content, but intentionally designing addictive products that cause real mental health injuries to children. If successful, the cases could become social media’s “Big Tobacco” moment, forcing major changes to platform design and business models. Evan speaks with Jesse Miller a New Media Educator - in Vancouver.
3 Feb 11AM English South Africa News Commentary

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