The European Union has placed ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox under the strictest digital safety regulations, designating them as Very Large Online Platforms and requiring compliance within four months.
The European Union has classified ChatGPT as a search engine under the Digital Services Act, marking the first time an AI chatbot has received such a designation. This move places ChatGPT under stricter regulatory scrutiny, similar to traditional search engines. In addition, Reddit and Roblox have been designated as Very Large Online Platforms under the same regulations, subjecting them to heightened oversight requirements.
All three entities have been given a four-month deadline to comply with the new requirements. These measures are part of the EU's broader initiative to enhance digital safety and accountability across online platforms. The classification and designation are based on the entities' scale and influence within the digital ecosystem, reflecting the EU's commitment to applying its regulatory framework to emerging technologies and large online services.
Why it matters
The classification subjects ChatGPT to new obligations under the Digital Services Act, while Reddit and Roblox face heightened scrutiny as Very Large Online Platforms.
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What to watch
Watch whether ChatGPT and the Very Large Online Platforms submit compliance plans within four months.
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