California bans addictive social media features for children under 16 and tightens AI chatbot rules

California bans addictive social media features for children under 16 and tightens AI chatbot rules

California bans autoplay and algorithmic feeds for under-16s, mandates chatbot assessments (Adam's Law); penalties reach $1M per child. Platforms lose engagement levers in teen market; compliance and litigation risk reshape product roadmaps for features targeting minors.