US Senate AI hearing: Why Parents are demanding stronger safeguards for children using chatbots

In a compelling US Senate hearing, grieving parents urged Congress to regulate AI chatbots following tragic incidents involving children. Testimonies highlighted harmful chatbot interactions, leading to self-harm and hospitalizations. Lawmakers introduced the CHAT Act, proposing measures like parental consent and bans on inappropriate conversations.

US Senate AI hearing: Why Parents are demanding stronger safeguards for children using chatbots
In a compelling US Senate hearing, grieving parents urged Congress to regulate AI chatbots following tragic incidents involving children. Testimonies highlighted harmful chatbot interactions, leading to self-harm and hospitalizations. Lawmakers introduced the CHAT Act, proposing measures like parental consent and bans on inappropriate conversations.