Judge blocks California’s new AI law in case over Kamala Harris deepfake
A federal judge halted California's new AI law, AB 2839, shortly after Governor Newsom signed it, citing potential misuse.
MAIN POINTS
- California's AI law AB 2839 was blocked by a federal judge.
- Governor Newsom signed the law less than two weeks before the block.
- The law could have targeted Elon Musk's reposting of an AI deepfake of Vice President Harris.
TAKEAWAYS
- Legal challenges can quickly arise against new legislation.
- The intersection of AI and law remains contentious and complex.
- High-profile figures and scenarios often influence legislative discussions and actions.