California governor signs laws aimed at protecting kids from risks of social media, AI chatbots
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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of legislation on Thursday in Sacramento designed to mitigate risks posed to children by social media platforms and artificial intelligence chatbots. The new laws establish regulatory measures intended to enhance safety for minors interacting with these technologies.
As part of the legislative effort, the state will implement penalties for large social media companies that fail to comply with the new requirements. The initiative represents a significant move by the state to address concerns regarding the impact of digital technology on youth.
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