EU AI Act Takes Effect: Users Must Be Notified of AI Interactions
chrismattmann · x · 2026-08-02
Transparency rules under the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act went into effect on August 2. The new regulations mandate that companies must clearly disclose when users are interacting with AI systems or viewing AI-generated content.
- Affected Areas: Includes AI-generated ads, deepfakes, chatbots, complaint hotlines, and systems monitoring caller emotions.
- Commercial Use: AI used for scheduling appointments, handling correspondence, or negotiating contracts must also be declared.
- Penalties: Non-compliant firms face fines of up to €15 million or 3% of global annual turnover.
Experts express concerns over potential "disclosure fatigue," suggesting users might soon have to click separate buttons to accept cookies and AI-generated content.
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