Regulation Looms as Character.AI Moves First

[kevin1]

Character.AI’s decision to age-gate chatbot access comes as lawmakers push for tighter controls on AI companions.
California recently enacted the first statewide rules on AI companions, while a bipartisan Senate bill aims to ban AI companions for minors nationwide.
CEO Karandeep Anand says he hopes the company’s shift “sets a standard” for the industry.

[JanEmil]

Why is it needed?

[Nahid Hossen]

Character.AI stepping ahead might force regulators to act faster.

[Abdul Khan]

AI regulation will shape how these platforms evolve long-term.