California governor signs law blocking “addictive” social feeds for minors.
Under AB1709, social platforms can’t provide algorithmic recommendations, infinite scroll, or autoplay features to users under 16 unless they receive parental consent. Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of other online safety-focused bills into law as well, including new rules requiring chatbot makers to notify young users that they’re not talking to a human. [Link: California’s Governor Signs Landmark Online Child Safety Bills | https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/10/technology/californias-governor-gavin-newsom-online-child-safety-bills.html | The New York Times]
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Under AB1709 , social platforms can’t provide algorithmic recommendations, infinite scroll, or autoplay features to users under 16 unless they receive parental consent.
Governor Gavin Newsom signed a package of other online safety-focused bills into law as well, including new rules requiring chatbot makers to notify young users that they’re not talking to a human.
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