NY Governor Kathy Hochul Signs Law Banning Harmful AI Chatbot Features for Kids
Under the law, AI companies must block chatbots from pretending they’re humans when chatting with a user under 18. They also restrict other inappropriate conversations with kids, including those that involve flattery, unprompted emotional questions, and encouragement surrounding secret-keeping.
TL;DR
- AI companies must block chatbots from pretending to be human when interacting with users under 18.
- Restrictions are placed on inappropriate conversations with children, including flattery, unprompted emotional questions, and secret-keeping encouragement.
- AI companies must verify user ages, offering at least one option besides government ID.
- NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani previously banned younger schoolkids from using AI.