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2025: States Enact AI Laws Amid Federal Silence

10/17/2025

Summary

Story summary

In 2025, all 50 states introduced AI legislation as regulators respond to the absence of federal laws.
Of these, 38 states enacted laws addressing issues such as non-consensual deepfakes.
Philadelphia's City Council held hearings on AI, but officials lacked clarity on usage and biases.
Experts emphasize careful implementation, human oversight, and public feedback to mitigate risks.
Data labelers in Kenya and Colombia seek better conditions and pay in AI training.

History

Historical Context

The California Consumer Privacy Act, introduced in 2019, marked a pivotal moment in data protection, influencing 38 states to adopt AI regulations addressing issues like deepfakes. The current push for AI oversight reflects ongoing concerns about privacy and ethics, echoing historical debates on technology's societal impact, as experts highlight disparities in AI labor conditions in countries like Kenya and Colombia.

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Story summary

In 2025, all 50 states introduced AI legislation as regulators respond to the absence of federal laws.
Of these, 38 states enacted laws addressing issues such as non-consensual deepfakes.
Philadelphia's City Council held hearings on AI, but officials lacked clarity on usage and biases.
Experts emphasize careful implementation, human oversight, and public feedback to mitigate risks.
Data labelers in Kenya and Colombia seek better conditions and pay in AI training.

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