California governor signs law blocking “addictive” social feeds for minors.Under AB1709, social platforms can’t provide algorithmic recommendations, infinite scroll, or autoplay features to users under 16 unless they receive parental consent. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of other online safety-focused bills into law as well, including new rules requiring chatbot makers to notify young users that they’re not talking to…The Verge25d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticeGavin Newsomcalifornia online safety bills signed
Don’t Be Fooled. Congress Isn’t Cracking Down on OpenAI.The tech giant is crying to be regulated while dodging investigation after investigation.Mother Jones25d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticeopenai senate probe
License plate reader abuses worry conservatives tooRecent comments by Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, both Republicans, reflect a bipartisan backlash against warrantless surveillance.Chicago Sun-Times25d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticeRon DeSantisGreg Abbottlicense plate reader controversy
Gavin Newsom Signs California AI Safety Bills Backed by OpenAI, AnthropicCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed two bills Wednesday that set new rules supported by OpenAI and Anthropic for how outside groups evaluate AI systems for safety, capping a week in which a former Anthropic and OpenAI researcher's public exit stoked fears about the technology's risks.Breitbart News Network26d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticeGavin Newsomcalifornia ai safety bill signing
Pa. lawmakers eye limits, outright ban on Flock cameras as they prepare for fall returnGov. Josh Shapiro is working with lawmakers “on what piece of legislation could make it to” his desk that protects people’s privacy.Mechanicsburg Patriot News26d agoWhole story →TechnologyJusticeJosh Shapiroflock camera legislation
