March 10, 2026
New York's Pro-Human AI Laws
In a surprise for many, the state of New York is emerging as a global leader in pro-human AI laws. Here's what it means | Edition #279
TL;DR
- New York is enacting "pro-human" AI laws, contrasting with global inaction on AI harms.
- The RAISE Act, S8391, and S8420A are recent New York laws addressing AI safety and digital likeness.
- S8420A requires conspicuous disclosure of synthetic performers in advertisements.
- A synthetic performer is defined as a computer-generated asset intended to simulate a human performer.
- This law aims to celebrate human work and physical characteristics, promoting authenticity.
- Disclosure helps the public understand the economic and ethical challenges of generative AI.
- Mandatory disclosure can prevent AI from promoting unattainable beauty standards and causing mental health issues.
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