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YouTube Exec Defends Viewer Value in Social Media Trial

Filed: Feb 23, 2026 at 10:04 PM ET
Summary: Cristos Goodrow insists YouTube aims for viewer value, not addiction, in landmark trial.
WHO: Cristos Goodrow
WHAT: Defended YouTube's goals in a social media addiction trial
WHEN: Feb 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles
WHY: To clarify YouTube's intentions regarding user engagement
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