AI Applied: Covering AI News, Interviews and Tools - ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, OpenAI, Anthropic California Regulates AI Safety
Sep 18, 2025
A new regulation bill in California is the spotlight, focusing on AI companion chatbots and protecting minors. The hosts emphasize balancing safety with innovation. Key points include disclosure rules, mental health protocols, and bipartisan support. They dive into the industry's mixed reactions and potential loopholes. With a thoughtful lens on the future of AI oversight, the discussion promises insights for anyone curious about the intersection of technology and society.
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California Targets AI Companion Chatbots
- California is advancing a targeted AI bill, SB 243, focused on companion chatbots and minor safety.
- The hosts note bipartisan interest and that regulation timing has been contentious but necessary.
Regulate Usage, Not Innovation
- Conor emphasizes regulating AI use rather than slowing innovation in model development.
- He frames SB 243 as a necessary response to real harms affecting minors and families.
Mandate Clear AI Disclosures
- Require clear AI disclosure at the start and periodically during long sessions to prevent users mistaking bots for people.
- Implement age-appropriate warnings so minors and guardians know companion chatbots may be unsuitable.