Snap Settles With Teens Over Addiction Claims

Snap Inc settled with two teenagers during a trial over claims that its platform caused depression and eating disorders. The case was part of broader litigation testing youth safety.

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SNAP INC - A reached a settlement during a trial over claims by two teenagers who said the platform caused their depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. The case in Los Angeles state court was set to test whether social media features drove compulsive use among young people. The resolution allows plaintiffs to pursue broader accountability across the tech sector.