California AB2023 establishes safety standards for companion chatbots to protect children.

California AB2023 adds Chapter 22.6.1 to the Business and Professions Code, focusing on companion chatbots' child safety. It mandates operators to implement parental controls, including persistent memory settings, interaction limits, and age restrictions. Operators must verify user ages and comply with child protections. Prohibited actions include targeting ads, selling personal data, and misleading interfaces. Operators must conduct annual risk assessments, implement safety features, and publish child safety policies.

California AB2023 establishes safety standards for companion chatbots to protect children.

California AB2023 adds Chapter 22.6.1 to the Business and Professions Code, focusing on companion chatbots' child safety. It mandates operators to implement parental controls, including persistent memory settings, interaction limits, and age restrictions. Operators must verify user ages and comply with child protections. Prohibited actions include targeting ads, selling personal data, and misleading interfaces. Operators must conduct annual risk assessments, implement safety features, and publish child safety policies.