Meta and Google Fund Youth Groups Amid App Risk Concerns
Meta and Google are providing tens of millions of dollars to organizations like the Girl Scouts to promote digital well-being lessons. Critics argue these partnerships encourage early device dependency while the companies face lawsuits over the addictive design of their platforms.
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ALPHABET INC-CL A and META PLATFORMS INC-CLASS A are funding United States youth organizations with over $20 million to promote digital moderation. The partnerships with brands like Sesame Street and Girl Scouts come as both firms face lawsuits over addictive product designs. Critics argue the sponsorships encourage social media dependency in children younger than 12.
