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Australian class action alleges Meta's Facebook and Instagram algorithms harmed minors
Eight plaintiffs against Meta's engagement algorithm. The algorithm is presumably still recommending coverage of the case.
The facts
Eight individuals in Australia filed a class action lawsuit against Meta, alleging that Facebook and Instagram's AI-driven algorithms fostered addictive behaviors and exposed minors to harmful content. The case highlights claims that the platforms' algorithmic design directly harmed children's health and well-being, prompting legal and regulatory scrutiny.