Europe & AI
Europe is the only major power in the world that has chosen to regulate artificial intelligence before it regulates us. The EU AI Act, the Digital Markets Act, antitrust enforcement — Brussels is writing the rules that GAFAM must follow, whether Washington agrees or not. This is where we feel most at home.
Europe Blinks — But Draws a New Red Line: No AI Nudification. Ever.
After nine hours of negotiations, the EU reached a provisional deal on May 7, 2026: high-risk AI rules delayed to December 2027, but a complete ban on AI nudification apps effective December 2026. Brussels blinked on the timeline — but held firm on human dignity. Every GAFAM company operating in Europe is affected. gafam.ai explains what changed, what it means, and what comes next. Published by gafam.ai — The European Eye on Big Tech & Artificial Intelligence.
August 2, 2026: The Day Europe’s AI Rules Become Real
On August 2, 2026, the EU AI Act becomes real — with fines of up to €35 million for non-compliance. Every GAFAM company operating in Europe is in scope, regardless of where their servers are located. Washington is deregulating AI. Brussels is tightening control. These two visions are on a collision course. gafam.ai will be watching. Published by gafam.ai — The European Eye on Big Tech & Artificial Intelligence.