Sam Altman called Gavin Newsom over kids’ chatbot safety bill
Sam Altman's call to Governor Gavin Newsom has put a California bill on children's chatbot safety in the spotlight.
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A bill addressing children's safety when using chatbots has passed the California state senate. It now awaits Governor Gavin Newsom's signature. The bill's progress follows a call from Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, to Newsom. OpenAI has publicly supported the bill.
The bill's passage comes amid growing concern over AI use among teens. KSNV and ClickOnDetroit both published guides for parents on managing AI use at home. The guides emphasize the need for parental involvement in children's AI interactions. The bill's exact provisions and potential impact on AI companies remain unclear.
Politico's report on Altman's call to Newsom does not specify the content of their conversation. The bill's text and details of its implementation have not been published.
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Coverage (7)
- Sam Altman Tried to Lobby Gavin Newsom Before Kids’ AI Chatbot Safety Bill Passed Gizmodo · 2h ago
- AI Companion Chatbot Bills Advance in New York & California Toy Association · 2h ago
- AI expert weighs how to manage ChatGPT for Teens at home as new features roll out KSNV · 5h ago
- Calif. bill addressing children and chatbots sails through state senate; awaits Newsom's signature Seeking Alpha · 5h ago
- Wayne State associate professor explains how parents can navigate students using AI ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 · 5h ago
- OpenAI supports California’s bill to advance youth AI safety OpenAI · 5h ago
- Sam Altman called Gavin Newsom over kids’ chatbot safety bill Politico · 5h ago
Quick answers
What is the current status of the California bill on children's chatbot safety?
The bill has passed the California state senate and awaits Governor Gavin Newsom's signature.
Who supports the bill?
OpenAI has publicly supported the bill. Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, called Governor Gavin Newsom regarding the bill.
What guidance is available for parents on managing children's AI use?
KSNV and ClickOnDetroit have published guides for parents on managing AI use at home. These guides emphasize the need for parental involvement in children's AI interactions.
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