New York Bans AI Chatbots Posing as Humans for Users Under 18
· 1h ago · Originally reported by PPC Land
New York has enacted a law requiring chatbot operators to verify users are adults or disable certain features for those under 18. The regulation takes effect January 1, 2027, and outlines exemptions and enforcement responsibilities.
Why it matters
This law could impact how digital advertising and customer engagement tools use AI chatbots, especially for age-sensitive audiences, and may set a precedent for similar regulations elsewhere.
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It's like making sure only grown-ups can talk to robots that pretend to be real people online.
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