On October 14, 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new bill aimed at regulating the use of AI chatbots, becoming the first of its kind in the United States. This legal framework sets clear rules for how citizens can interact with these bots, with a focus on protecting personal privacy and ensuring transparency in the use of data and information. The law also seeks to foster trust between users and AI service providers, and minimize the risks associated with misinformation or misuse. This legislation represents an important step towards regulating AI in a way that ensures the safety of users and stimulates responsible innovation in this fast-growing field, with a long-term impact on national and global policies.
California legalizes the use of AI virtual companions.
