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technologypolicy1 year ago

New York to Restrict Social Media Algorithms for Teens

New York is close to passing a law that would restrict social media platforms from using algorithms to promote content to minors, requiring parental consent for algorithmically generated feeds. The legislation also aims to protect children's privacy by limiting data collection and sharing for users under 18. The proposed laws would allow parents to set stricter limits on their children's social media use and notifications. This move has faced significant tech industry lobbying and legal challenges in other states.

technologypolicy2 years ago

"US Senators Collaborate on AI Regulation for Critical Decisions"

Democrats have introduced the Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2023, a bill aimed at preventing AI from perpetuating discriminatory decision-making in various sectors. The bill would require companies using AI to test algorithms for bias and disclose their existence in a Federal Trade Commission registry. It also calls for increased staffing of the agency to enforce the law. The move comes as both parties in Congress are scrutinizing the use of AI, and federal agencies are working to clarify regulations around AI applications. Separately, a bipartisan framework for regulating AI in national security, consumer, and employment decisions was released, calling for federal oversight, licensing, and disclosure requirements.