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Kaley GM: The 20-Year-Old Who Won the Lawsuit Against Meta and YouTube for Social Media Addiction

Published March 28, 2026, 09:14
Kaley GM: The 20-Year-Old Who Won the Lawsuit Against Meta and YouTube for Social Media Addiction

A 20-year-old, known as Kaley GM, has won a lawsuit against Meta and YouTube, alleging that these platforms led her to social media addiction, causing depression. The court awarded her compensation of 3 million euros, creating a significant legal precedent. The decision had an immediate impact on the stocks of the two companies, which fell. Kaley started using social media at a very young age (YouTube at 6, Instagram at 9, TikTok at 10, Snapchat at 11) and testified that her constant online presence negatively affected her mental health, her relationships with her family, and her daily life. She described how she spent hours on social media, even at night, constantly checking her notifications. In her testimony, she stated that YouTube's autoplay feature kept her glued to the screen for up to 16 hours a day. Kaley argued that these platforms exploited her vulnerability and led her to addiction, causing depression and other psychological problems. This case has broader implications, as it highlights the risks of social media addiction, especially for young people. The court's decision may lead to changes in the policies of social media companies and encourage others to assert their rights.