Section 230 bars claims in addictive algorithms case, Meta tells Massachusetts Supreme Court
( September 10, 2025, 22:31 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act bars Massachusetts from suing Meta Platforms for its allegedly addictive algorithms and other harms to consumers, the company said in a filing to the state’s supreme court. “Meta’s assertion of immunity from suit implicates a ‘substantial public interest.’ Forcing interactive service providers to litigate claims based on Section 230-protected publishing conduct would undermine the very interests that Congress expressly sought to protect,” Meta said.See attached document....
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