California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a landmark state law on October 13, 2025, that for the first time imposes specific safety guardrails on “companion” chatbots with the stated aim of protecting minors from self-harm, sexual exploitation, and prolonged emotional dependence on AI systems...
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Meta is once again facing a firestorm of controversy as reports from the Wall Street Journal reveal troubling interactions between its AI assistant and users registered as minors. This latest incident reignites an ongoing debate about the adequacy and ethics of AI safety measures, particularly...
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