WSJ Tech News Briefing · Friday, September 11, 2026
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed 13 new laws aimed at enhancing child protection online. These regulations include prohibiting social media platforms from using 'addictive features' for users under 16, introducing rules for AI chatbots, and strengthening privacy protections.
“California Governor Gavin Newsom signed 13 new laws yesterday aimed at protecting children online.”
“The laws range from prohibiting social media platforms from showing quote, addictive features to users younger than 16, such as autoplay, to regulations on AI chatbots and increased privacy protections.”