Delhi High Court to Review Social Media’s Infinite Scroll and Autoplay
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: A public interest litigation was filed in the Delhi High Court asking for an expert committee to examine how social media platforms’ infinite scroll and autoplay features may be addictive. The petition seeks to assess whether these design elements pose a risk to users, particularly younger audiences, and to recommend regulatory measures. The court’s decision could influence how digital platforms are regulated across India.
Covered by 4 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 25% center, 75% right.
Who is covering this story
- Center (1): The New Indian Express
- Right-leaning (2): Deccan Chronicle, Times Now
Sources
- SC to Hear Plea Challenging Pension, Perks for Sitting and Former UP MLAs, MLCs — Deccan Chronicle (right-leaning)
- Delhi High Court seeks govt’s response on plea to constitute Delhi Waqf Board — The New Indian Express (center)
- 'Need Safeguards For Minors On Social Media': SC Seeks Centre's Response — Times Now (right-leaning)
- 'Infinite scroll, Autoplay': PIL in Delhi HC Questions Social Media Apps' Addictive Features — Times Now (right-leaning)