- The European Union has agreed on simplified AI rules, pushing back deadlines for high-risk AI to as late as 2028 and easing requirements for small and medium-sized businesses. “Nudification” apps are now explicitly banned.
- While the labeling requirement for deepfakes and AI-generated text takes effect in August 2026, other complex regulations have been delayed until at least late 2027 or early 2028.
- This approach aims to reduce regulatory complexity by postponing many of the stringent requirements, potentially making compliance more manageable for businesses and industries across Europe.
Originally published at the-decoder.com. Curated by AI Maestro.
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