Meta and Google found negligent in youth harms case

In this edition of The Bay’s monthly news roundup, Ericka and Alan are joined by KQED senior editor Alexander Gonzalez to discuss a ransomware attack that hindered services in Foster City, a rare verdict in a case about Meta and Google’s role in fueling a youth mental health crisis, and whether San Francisco’s small clubs can survive. 

Links:

• Bay Area city declares state of emergency 6 days after cyberattack (SFGate)
• Foster City: City's Phone, Email Services Restored After Cybersecurity Breach Last Week (SFGate)
• Jury finds Meta and Google negligent in social media harms trial (NPR)
• Can San Francisco’s Small Clubs Survive? (KQED)
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