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The European Commission's first use of EU AI Act investigatory powers

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25 September 2026

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AI Frontier Models

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European Union

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Fusion42 · 25 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

The European Commission's AI Office issued its first formal Requests for Information under the EU AI Act to general-purpose AI model providers in August 2026, focusing on safety, security, transparency, and copyright compliance.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of AI Frontier Models.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face real regulatory scrutiny in Europe now that the Commission actively investigates AI safety and copyright compliance under the AI Act. Update your data handling and transparency immediately to avoid blocking market access.

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