California Bans Tech Risks for Kids | Durham News

California just passed groundbreaking laws to protect kids from tech dangers—social media, AI chatbots, and addictive algorithms—with fines up to $1 million per child for negligence. Companies can’t target under-16s with addictive feeds, must screen AI tools for risks before release, and families can opt out of school laptops. Inspired by tragic cases like a teen’s suicide linked to an AI chatbot, the state is now requiring independent AI safety audits and creating a registry for auditors. This bold move joins states like New York, which lets parents block algorithmic content, as lawmakers push for digital safety standards comparable to car seats and chairs—because kids deserve the same protection online as they do offline. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f69fbcb9929705c2