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New 2025 California laws: Artificial intelligence, octopuses, cannabis cafes and more


Published on 2024-12-16 17:04:17 - ABC7 San Francisco
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  • New California laws in 2025 allow new entertainment zones, cannabis cafes and offer more protection against deepfakes and artificial intelligence. More here:

The article from ABC7 News discusses several new laws set to take effect in California in 2025. Key highlights include regulations on artificial intelligence, aiming to protect consumers from AI-generated misinformation and manipulation, particularly in elections and content creation. Another significant law bans the sale and purchase of octopuses for human consumption due to ethical concerns about their intelligence and capacity for pain. Additionally, California will see the legalization of cannabis cafes, allowing businesses to sell both food and marijuana products, aiming to create social spaces similar to Amsterdam's coffee shops. Other laws mentioned involve changes in employment, housing, and criminal justice, reflecting California's ongoing efforts to address contemporary societal issues through legislation.

Read the Full ABC7 San Francisco Article at:
[ https://abc7news.com/post/new-2025-california-laws-artificial-intelligence-protection-octopuses-cannabis-cafes-more/15652909/ ]

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