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From Predator to Prey
Context:
The detrimental effects of social media particularly on mental health need a legal action and regulations.
Social Media's Impact on Mental Health
- Historical Warnings: Events like Cambridge Analytica and "The Social Dilemma" highlighted social media's manipulation of human behavior.
- Meta's Role: Meta (formerly Facebook) faced backlash after whistleblower Frances Haugen revealed how Instagram negatively affected teen girls' body image.
- Legal Action in the US: Forty-two Attorney Generals sue Meta, alleging it actively contributes to youth mental health crisis via addictive platforms.
The Problem Lies in the Business Model
- Shift in Purpose: Social networks evolved into social media, driven by profit from user data and engagement.
- Influence on User Behavior: Algorithms exploit dopamine responses, fostering addiction and prioritizing profit over well-being.
- Potential Consequences for Meta: Lawsuit could lead to substantial penalties, challenging Meta's business model and global regulatory scrutiny.
The Need for Accountability and Change
- Global Impact: UK, EU, and India consider regulatory action against social media giants, emphasizing accountability for content hosting.
- Meta's Response: Defends actions taken to support teen users, suggests productive collaboration over confrontational approach.
- Potential Shift to Subscription Model: Considering alternatives to advertising-based revenue model for long-term sustainability and user well-being.
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