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California Enacts Comprehensive Child Safety Laws Targeting AI Chatbots, Social Media ...
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Fusion42 · 13 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
California Governor signed 13 new child safety laws on September 10, 2026, establishing strong regulations for companies with AI chatbots, social media, and apps accessed by minors. Key bills include AB 2246 replacing the Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, SB 1119 allowing private suits against chatbot operators for harm, and AB 1709 banning addictive features for users under 16, with most provisions effective January 2027.
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You must redesign your AI chatbot and social media features to avoid addictive elements and comply with strict child safety standards starting January. Ignoring California’s new rules risks heavy fines and private lawsuits, opening a compliance door that affects your US market access.
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