Officials in both parties seek age restrictions on AI tools for children
Leaders at the federal and state levels are drafting rules that would limit how minors interact with artificial-intelligence products. The effort follows bipartisan criticism that earlier social-media regulation came too late.
wattsupwiththat.comOfficials in Washington and in state capitals are preparing rules that would restrict how children can use artificial-intelligence products, according to reporting by Semafor. The measures are modeled on recent state laws that require age verification for social-media accounts. Sponsors say the goal is to prevent the kind of widespread access that occurred with earlier platforms.
Background on prior regulation Semafor reported that some officials view the social-media experience as a policy failure. They argue that companies were allowed to expand without sufficient limits on minors. The same reporting notes that several states have already passed age-verification statutes aimed at app stores and social platforms.
Industry response Companies developing AI tools have released statements supporting limited age-assurance measures while urging training programs for young users. Semafor cited one industry strategist who said safety for children is the issue that draws the most public attention.
A separate policy paper from an AI developer endorsed some age restrictions but stressed the need for minors to learn the technology.
