New York to require ‘warning labels’ for social media

Published December 22, 2025 1:40pm ET



(The Center Square) — Social media sites like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok will be required to display warning labels for New York minors about their “addictive design” features under a bill signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul.

The new law, called the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act, sets new safety regulations on major AI companies and requires disclosure within 72 hours if a company believes harm may be imminent from one of their platforms. 

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