Google, TikTok, and Meta are suing California to stop a law that bans "psychologically exploitative features" for kids under 16

Google, TikTok, and Meta are taking legal action against the state of California over a new law that aims to ban 'psychologically exploitative features' for kids under 16. The law is intended to protect minors from features that can be harmful to their mental health, but the tech companies argue that it is too broad and could have unintended consequences.

The lawsuit highlights the ongoing debate about the impact of social media on children's mental health and the role of tech companies in protecting their users. For social commerce, this issue matters because it could lead to changes in how platforms design and implement features that encourage engagement and drive sales, potentially affecting the way businesses interact with their customers on these platforms.