New York S10416 mandates social media platforms to implement open APIs for third-party applications, ensuring data retrieval at no cost for user.

New York S10416 introduces regulations for social media platforms, requiring them to implement and maintain open application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow third-party applications to retrieve data at no cost for user benefit. These APIs must be standards-based and provide necessary information to users. Social media companies must submit semiannual API access reports to the attorney general, detailing API utilization and access decisions. The bill also outlines violations and remedies, including potential injunctions for non-compliance.

New York S10416 mandates social media platforms to implement open APIs for third-party applications, ensuring data retrieval at no cost for user.

New York S10416 introduces regulations for social media platforms, requiring them to implement and maintain open application programming interfaces (APIs) that allow third-party applications to retrieve data at no cost for user benefit. These APIs must be standards-based and provide necessary information to users. Social media companies must submit semiannual API access reports to the attorney general, detailing API utilization and access decisions. The bill also outlines violations and remedies, including potential injunctions for non-compliance.