California's AI Revolt: Newsom Ignores Trump and Slaps Rules on Big Tech
Ever wonder why California keeps thumbing its nose at Washington on tech rules? Newsom's latest move forces AI firms to prove they're not peddling poison — or lose state business.
⚡ Key Takeaways
- Newsom's order mandates AI safety proofs for state contracts, defying Trump's deregulation push.
- Targets child abuse material, biases, deepfakes — practical risks over abstract hype.
- States leading the charge with 100+ laws; feds playing catch-up via lawsuits.
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Originally reported by The Guardian - AI
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