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New York bans AI chatbots from deceiving minors, effective 2027

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New York has enacted a law that prohibits AI chatbots from engaging with individuals under 18 in ways that could be deceptive or manipulative. Specifically, the law forbids chatbots from impersonating humans, offering flattery, or attempting to form friendships with minors. This legislation, set to take effect on January 1, 2027, also mandates age verification measures and imposes penalties of up to $25,000 for non-compliance. AI

IMPACT This law could set a precedent for other states and countries regarding the ethical deployment of AI technologies interacting with minors.

RANK_REASON New legislation passed by a major US state concerning AI regulation. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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New York bans AI chatbots from deceiving minors, effective 2027

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · madrobotblog ·

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    New York’s new law bars AI chatbots from flattering teens or pretending to be human New York’s new law bans AI chatbots from acting human, flattering or befriending under-18s, with age checks and $25,000 fines from January 1, 2027. # Hochul # Chatbots # AI https:// madrobot.blog/…

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