Oregon and Washington Up the Ante: Chatbot Laws That Could Redesign Your AI Buddy
Three West Coast states now mandate chatbot guardrails for minors, but Washington's rules go way beyond disclosures into outright design overhauls. Buckle up, AI makers—your bots might need a personality transplant.
⚡ Key Takeaways
- Oregon and Washington expand California's chatbot laws with stricter design and content rules for minors. 𝕏
- Vague 'companion' definitions risk sweeping in everyday AI tools, favoring big tech over startups. 𝕏
- Compliance patchwork means overhauling bots to the strictest standard—innovation takes a hit. 𝕏
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Originally reported by Future of Privacy Forum
