EU begins enforcing AI Act, putting AI models under the microscope

The EU began enforcing the AI Act on 2 August 2026, requiring AI models, especially general-purpose AI, to comply with transparency rules including self-identification and content labelling, with severe fines for non-compliance. Enforcement is led by the European Commission’s AI Office and national authorities, with phased implementation for high-risk AI systems until 2028.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of AI & ML, and 22 sources have reported it between 23 Jul 2026 and 7 Aug 2026.