NEW LAWS: Bill Blocking ‘Addictive’ Social Media Features for Children Signed

Gavin Newsom signed AB 1709, a California law that bars social media companies from offering features such as infinite scrolling, autoplay, and algorithm-driven feeds to users under 16. Supporters say it will help reduce social media addiction among children, while critics warn it could create privacy and free-speech concerns and may face legal challenges.

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