Topic: california legislation
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AI Companionship Faces a Regulatory Crackdown
Regulatory scrutiny of AI companionship is intensifying in the U.S., with lawmakers focusing on safety and ethical concerns, especially for vulnerable users like minors. California has passed a pioneering bill requiring AI developers to notify minors of AI interactions, handle crisis conversation...
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California Uber and Lyft Drivers Secure Path to Unionization
California has reached a landmark agreement enabling app-based drivers to unionize, reshaping the gig economy and potentially lowering consumer costs. The deal introduces legislation allowing drivers to advocate for better pay, protections, and benefits, while reducing insurance burdens on compan...
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California Uber, Lyft Drivers Win Right to Unionize
California has passed a law allowing hundreds of thousands of Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize, granting them collective bargaining rights for better pay and working conditions. The legislation resulted from a compromise between state officials, labor unions, and gig economy companies, balancing...
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California's New AI Law: A Big Tech Victory
California has enacted the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act, requiring major AI companies to disclose safety protocols and report incidents without mandating safety testing. The law applies to firms with at least $500 million in annual revenue and emphasizes voluntary transpar...
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