A California lawmaker wants to ban AI from toys

A California lawmaker has introduced a first-in-the-nation bill meant to ban companies from embedding AI chatbot technology into toys designed for children. Announced on Friday, the measure comes amid growing concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on child welfare, and a number of local and federal proposals to limit kids’ access to LLM chatbots. 

This particular legislation would target toys that simulate friendship and companionship through large language technology. For toy manufacturers...