A Senate subcommittee has opened an investigation into Roblox over child safety.“Roblox appears to prioritize revenue and engagement metrics over the safety and well-being of our children, and the alleged criminal activity on Roblox warrants congressional scrutiny,” Senators Josh Hawley (R-MO) and Dick Durbin (D-IL) wrote in a letter to Roblox CEO David Baszucki. The online gaming platform has also been subject to state lawsuits…The Verge14d agoWhole story →JusticeTechnologyJosh Hawleysenate judiciary hearing
Gavin Newsom is pushing for an AI kill switchCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) issued an executive order that would convene experts to recommend new AI safety policy the state should enact.The Verge19d agoWhole story →JusticeTechnologyGavin Newsomai safety policy initiative
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 Verge27d agoWhole story →JusticeTechnologyGavin Newsomcalifornia online safety bills signed
