CA governor signs 'landmark' laws on youth use of social media and AI chatbots

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed laws restricting social media features for users under 16 and imposing limits and safety requirements on AI chatbot interactions with minors. The laws mandate mental health resources, safety protocols, parental notifications, and independent safety audits for AI companies, with potential legal liabilities for noncompliance. Critics argue these measures may effectively ban teens from social media and raise privacy concerns.