Listen "California's Tech vs. Hollywood Showdown: Newsom's Risky Choice"
Episode Synopsis
California Showdown: Will Newsom Side with Tech or Hollywood on Kids' Online Safety? Governor Gavin Newsom faces a critical decision on a bill requiring age checks for online apps, pitting tech giants like Google and Meta, who support the measure after extensive negotiations, against Hollywood, led by the Motion Picture Association, which fears disruption to streaming services. With national implications and intense lobbying from both sides, Newsom's choice could redefine tech regulation and entertainment industry relations nationwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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