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Judge Declares Meta’s Social Media Is A ‘Public Nuisance’ Which Spells Legal Trouble For AI Chatbots Too

A New Mexico judge ruled that Meta Platforms Inc.'s social media platforms constitute a public nuisance, a decision that could have legal implications for AI chatbot developers. The ruling, reported by Forbes contributor Lance Eliot, suggests that AI makers and their chatbots might face similar legal challenges.

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Judge Declares Meta’s Social Media Is A ‘Public Nuisance’ Which Spells Legal Trouble For AI Chatbots Too
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By Lance Eliot, ContributorSource:

Forbes InnovationNew Mexico court case decided Meta's social media is a legal public nuisance. Might this same tag be applied to AI makers and their AI chatbots? An AI Insider analysis.

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