California has become the first state to pass a law requiring a warning on social media platforms for users under the age of 18.
The Surgeon General has warned that while social media may have benefits for some young users, social media is associated with significant health harms and has not yet been proven safe for young users.
The warning will appear for users the first time they open a social media platform every day, after three hours of use and every use after that. The law also creates new regulations for AI technology, with a focus on mental health concerns.
Author's summary: California requires warnings on social media for minors.