New York mandates age checks for AI chatbots, fines up to $25,000 per violation from 2027
emmanuelvivier · x · 2026-10-29
- New York has imposed strict rules on AI chatbots accessible to minors, making age verification mandatory.
- Enforcement starts January 2027, with fines up to $25,000 per violation.
- It's one of the most concrete state-level moves to regulate AI companion products for underage users.
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