The controversial law could find itself being challenged by the technology industry. California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a controversial social media transparency bill into law. AB 587 will force increased transparency, while opponents claim that these types of measure violate free speech protections. The law will require tech companies to make semi-annual report filings with the California attorney general. AB 587 will require that the reports publicly disclose the social media company content moderation policies with regards to disinformation, extremism and hate speech. The California bill was first introduced…
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