California bans infinite scroll for under-16s and regulates AI companion chatbots for minors
LexiLove · x · 2026-09-11
California's governor signed legislation banning addictive social media features like infinite scroll for users under 16 and regulating chatbot companion usage by minors, arguing the state won't stand by while unregulated tech endangers children. A notable state-level move on youth social media and AI companion products.
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