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New York could prohibit chatbot medical, legal, engineering advice
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New York's Senate Bill S7263 would impose civil liability on chatbot operators for providing substantive advice in 14 licensed professions, including medicine, law, and engineering. This regulation aims to protect consumers by holding AI systems accountable for potentially harmful advice in these fields.
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- Praise: AI has the potential to empower individuals against corporations, providing accessible information that can help them navigate complex legal and medical situations.
- Praise: The requirement for responsible disclosure could enhance user awareness, allowing individuals to make informed decisions based on AI-generated advice.
- Concern: Prohibiting AI from providing advice altogether is seen as an absurd overreach that limits the benefits AI can offer to users seeking guidance.
- Concern: The law's disclaimer requirements are viewed as ineffective and humorous, suggesting that they may not genuinely protect users or improve AI interactions.