California Governor Gavin Newsom's recent decisions on AI legislation have elicited mixed reactions from the tech industry. While the veto of a bill imposing new controls on automated decision-making systems was welcomed, concerns remain over a signed AI transparency law introducing new liabilities beyond platform control.
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- Vetoed legislation: The rejection of stricter controls on automated decision-making is seen as a win for innovation.
- Transparency law concerns: The new AI transparency law raises questions about potential liabilities and operational impacts for tech companies.
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