WSJ What’s News Meta and YouTube Lose Landmark Social Media Trial
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Mar 25, 2026 
Meghan Bobrowsky, WSJ tech reporter who covers legal and regulatory battles facing big tech, and Kejal Vyas, WSJ reporter on Latin America focused on Venezuela’s security and economy. They discuss a landmark jury finding Meta and YouTube negligent and what it could mean for social platforms. They also explore why Venezuela’s homicide rates have fallen and how that might reshape its economic prospects.
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Courts Are Narrowing Section 230 Protections
- Courts are chipping away at Section 230 protections by finding tech companies liable for design-related harms to children.
- Meghan Bobrowsky notes two recent losses for Meta, including a $375 million verdict, signaling legal momentum despite small financial impact on revenue.
Thousands Of Similar Cases Could Force Change
- Massive numbers of similar lawsuits are headed to trial in California, forcing tech firms to decide between continued litigation or changing practices.
- Meghan Bobrowsky says outcomes could push companies to settle or redesign products if losses keep mounting.
Caracas Streets Came Back To Life
- Kejal Vyas recounts Caracas going from deserted nights to lively streets, illustrating a major drop in everyday fear.
- She cites people no longer fleeing motorcycles and using moto taxis or deliveries instead of fearing robbery.