On December 24, 2025, reports revealed an official move in the states of New York and California to regulate AI-based "smart companion" apps. The laws mandate greater transparency for users, especially children, and require companies to show that the counterparty is not human. The goal is to protect users from being hooked or misled. This move directly affects many companies and platforms. Importantly, it opens a new era in which AI is under daily legal oversight, not just technical.
Gb1) Organizing "smart buddies" in New York and California
