After Suicides, Lawsuits, and a Jeffrey Epstein Chatbot, Character.AI Is Banning Kids

Character.AI released its mobile app in early 2023, promising users the opportunity to create their own customizable genAI ...

Leading AI company to ban kids from long chats with its bots amid growing concern about the technology

Parents, child safety groups and politicians have been putting pressure on tech companies to make AI chatbots safer.

Python rejects $1.5M grant from U.S. govt. fearing ethical compromise

The Python Software Foundation (PSF) has withdrawn its $1.5 million grant proposal to the U.S. National Science Foundation ...

Senators announce bill that would ban AI chatbot companions for minors

Two senators are introducing legislation to crack down on tech companies that make AI chatbot companions available to minors.
WRIC

YouTube launches ‘second chance’ program for banned users

(The Hill) – YouTube is rolling out a “second chance” program to allow previously banned creators to apply for new channels, the company announced Thursday. “We know many terminated creators deserve a ...
Frederick News-Post

Some residents urge county to push for state-level ban of local ICE program

Frederick County residents listed a statewide ban of a local immigration enforcement program and increased education funding as their priorities ahead of the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session.