Software has become a part of our daily lives. Some of you may have invested in software companies — or even social media like Meta. But can software companies be liable for the health issues that afflict their users? It’s a relevant question whether you use social media or invest in it. So having some foresight into these legal issues is invaluable to avoid legal quicksand.
New York City recently sued Meta, among others, in California. There is an article I penned for the U.K. based Society for Computers & Law that delves into the case. In short, N.Y.C. is seeking to hold companies like Meta liable for the negative health affects that the city alleges afflict its residents. Where the lawsuit ends up will have ramifications for the AI marketplace among other technologies.