New York A09317 mandates companion chatbots to display a warning about potential psychological risks and dependency.
New York A09317 amends the general business law by adding a new section requiring companion chatbots to include a clear warning about the potential for fostering dependency and psychological risks. This warning must be prominently displayed on the chatbot's website and available in all languages the chatbot uses. The term "companion chatbot" refers to a chatbot designed to simulate human-like interaction, including interpersonal relationships, as its primary function. The act takes effect immediately upon enactment.
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