The State of New York has enacted a law requiring social media platforms to display warning labels about potential mental health risks for young users, similar to cigarette warnings. Signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, the law targets platforms with features like infinite scrolling and algorithmic feeds, mandating labels to appear upon user interaction and periodically thereafter. This move addresses growing concerns over the impact of social media on youth mental health, following similar legislation globally. Hochul emphasized the importance of safeguarding children from excessive social media use.
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