California Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs Legislation to Regulate AI Chatbots
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Contributed by: Kate Gamble
Summary
California Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted new legislation to regulate AI technologies, particularly focusing on the safe use of chatbots and safeguarding children's online activities. The laws establish requirements for "companion chatbot" platforms, including protocols for identifying users at risk of self-harm, prohibitions against impersonating healthcare professionals, and measures to prevent minors from encountering explicit content. Companies must now disclose their self-harm response protocols and provide data on crisis interventions to state health authorities. This legislative move highlights the need for accountability in AI development, aiming to create safeguards that protect vulnerable populations while fostering responsible innovation in healthcare technology.
