AI technology is like a double-edged sword; it brings convenience but also poses risks. To better manage these risks, California Governor Gavin Newsom recently signed nine bills specifically regulating AI-generated content, particularly focusing on the phenomenon of deepfakes. Note: The image is AI-generated, and the image licensing provider Midjourney is referenced. Among these bills, SB1047 stands out as it requires AI developers to implement safety measures to mitigate risks.

Recently, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed eight laws addressing challenges in the field of artificial intelligence. These laws aim to tackle issues related to the existential risks posed by AI systems, the deepfake production of nude images by AI generators, and the creation of AI clones of deceased actors by Hollywood studios. Among these, SB926 criminalizes the creation and distribution of deepfake nude images and defines using AI-generated nude images resembling others for blackmail as illegal. The SB981 bill requires social media platforms to establish user reporting channels for relevant content.

The California governor vetoed a bill that required autonomous trucks to have human drivers, sparking widespread controversy. The bill was supported by many state legislators and union organizations, but the governor believes the current regulatory framework is sufficient. The governor stated that efforts will be made to mitigate the impact of autonomous trucks on employment. The DMV had consulted relevant agencies to ensure the safety of autonomous vehicles. The vast majority of California legislators supported the bill, but it was vetoed by the governor.