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Canada Man Sues YouTube, Meta, TikTok, Reddit For Being Too Addictive

The firm said it took the the case since this is an ever-growing problem.

A man from Montreal, Canada, is filing a class-action lawsuit against social media platforms TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, Instagram, and Facebook alleging that they are too addictive and have a lot of negative impact on mental health, as per CTV News.

The 24-year-old said that he began using social media in 2015 and experienced several problems with productivity and body image. According to the lawsuit, he utilised social networking apps for up to four hours every day, but he has subsequently cut that down to about two hours. “He still finds that it has an effect on his productivity and his sleep,” said Philippe Brault from Lambert Avocats, the law firm representing the man.

“In 2024, it’s estimated that humanity as a whole will be using social media for a total of 500 million years,” Mr Brault added. “That just goes to show that it’s not a problem for a certain number of individuals, it’s a widespread problem for everyone,” he continued, adding that the firm took the case since this is an ever-growing problem.

Mr Brault also pointed out that 52 per cent of Canadian children between the ages of 7 and 11 use social media, and that platform owners must prioritise the health and safety of their users.

The case aims to recover damages and punitive damages for the purportedly careless platform design of these companies. According to Lambert Avocats, the psychological weaknesses of users are exploited by the way social media programs are now designed, leading to a prolonged engagement that affects their daily lives. “We’re also looking to get this message out there by talking to the media. People have to understand the risks to the use of social media,” he added.

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Content creator Chris Olsen has publicly addressed the circulation of intimate photos and videos of him that were recently leaked online. The 26-year-old took to social media this weekend to clarify that he did not consent to the release of these materials, which have been widely shared on platforms such as X (formerly Twitter). In a detailed statement posted on Instagram, Olsen explained the circumstances surrounding the photos, revealing that the situation stemmed from an encounter with a photographer when he was 19 years old.

Olsen, who had gained a following through fitness photos on Instagram, recounted that he was approached by photographers for collaborations. While most of these experiences were positive, Olsen described one particular incident where a photographer “crossed the line” of what he was comfortable with. “When we first shot together he immediately had me sign a release for the photos that we were going to take, which he said was standard and he needed me to sign in order for us to start,” Olsen shared. Being inexperienced and just 19 at the time, he complied, not fully understanding the implications.

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Replying to @ara🧿 im sorry for how choppy this story is and im sorry if this is hard to hear and please scroll if its too triggering but i feel like i have to stand up for myself and explain the situation. I’ll continue to take accountability for my actions but i hope you can understand my side

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The content creator explained that although he attempted to show his discomfort, he felt unable to refuse the photographer’s demands, leading to the creation of the unconsensual material. The photos were later posted on a paid platform, from which they were subsequently leaked. Olsen also acknowledged making other videos of his own volition during that time but expressed a desire for the circulation of these materials to cease.

Olsen concluded his statement by saying, “I am in the process of forgiving myself and I hope you can try to forgive me too,” while urging fans and followers to stop sharing the images.

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