Josh Jacobs

“I fully understand the seriousness of the situation and I take full responsibility,”

Josh Jacobs · said 2026-09-10 · reported 2026-09-10

Josh Jacobs addressed the bench after pleading no contest to misdemeanor charges of battery and criminal damage to property.

“perverse incentives of maximizing for engagement over all else.”

Josh Jacobs · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30

Josh Jacobs expressed frustration with how the social media industry prioritizes engagement.

“Most people my age aren't following this trial through the news,”

Josh Jacobs · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30

Josh Jacobs noted that his peers are not following the legal proceedings through traditional news.

“They're seeing it on social media, and the comments under those posts are almost entirely cynical. The assumption is that nothing will change.”

Josh Jacobs · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-30

Josh Jacobs remarked on the pervasive cynicism among young people regarding tech reform.