Gov. Gavin Newsom Signs 18 New AI Laws Protecting Children from Deepfakes and Election Misinformation

Sep 30, 2024, 12:48 AM

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed 18 new laws aimed at regulating the use of artificial intelligence within the state. The legislation focuses on combating AI-generated deceptive election content and protecting children from AI-generated deepfake nudes. These measures are intended to safeguard individuals, particularly young people, from the potential misuse of AI technology in political misinformation and the exploitation of minors. The new bills represent California's commitment to addressing the challenges posed by rapidly advancing AI technologies.