FTC investigates AI chatbots used as companions
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FTC Investigates AI Chatbots Used as Companions

Introduction The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a major inquiry into AI chatbots designed as companions, marking a significant step in the regulation of AI technologies in the United States. This investigation focuses on potential safety, privacy, and ethical risks associated with AI systems that interact intimately with humans. Companies under scrutiny include Alphabet,…

Italy’s parliament enacts comprehensive AI regulation law

Italy Becomes First EU Country to Pass Comprehensive AI Law

IntroductionItaly has emerged as the first European Union (EU) member state to adopt a comprehensive law regulating artificial intelligence (AI), setting a precedent for AI governance across Europe. This law, passed in September 2025, comes at a critical time when AI adoption in business, healthcare, and public services is accelerating. The legislation aims to provide…