New California Laws Protect Actors from AI Exploitation
In a significant move to safeguard the rights of performers, California Governor Gavin Newsom has enacted two new laws addressing the unauthorized use of actors’ digital likenesses through artificial intelligence (AI). These laws arise amid growing concerns regarding the implications…
Judge Blocks Utah's Social Media Law Targeting Minors
A recent ruling by Chief US District Judge Robert Shelby has put a halt to Utah’s new law aimed at regulating social media use among minors, a law that was set to take effect on October 1. The law mandated…
Australia's New Age Restrictions on Social Media: A Crucial Move for Child Protection
Australia is poised to implement groundbreaking age restrictions on social media platforms in an effort to safeguard children’s mental and physical health. This initiative, announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, proposes an age verification trial that may set the minimum…
White House Urges Tech Giants to Expand VPN Support for Free Internet Access
In recent discussions held at the White House, key technology companies were urged to enhance their support for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to ensure unrestricted internet access, particularly in nations facing internet censorship. Major players like Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and…
California Passes New Bill Regulating Digital Replicas of Performers
California has recently taken a substantial step in digital rights legislation by passing Assembly Bill 1836. This pivotal law aims to safeguard the likeness and digital identity of performers, particularly concerning deceased artists. As studios increasingly turn to digital replicas…