California AI Regulations: Newsom Signs Chatbot Safety Laws, Vetoes Tech Bills
Governor Gavin Newsom has signed multiple AI safety bills into law, including requirements for chatbot self-harm prevention and social media warning labels. The governor also vetoed several controversial tech regulations amid industry pressure.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has taken significant steps to regulate the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence industry, signing into law a package of bills designed to protect children and young users from potential AI-related harms. The new legislation represents one of the most comprehensive state-level attempts to address emerging AI risks while balancing innovation concerns.
