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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