EU Threatens Microsoft with Billions in Fines over AI Risk Disclosure
The European Commission demands Microsoft outline potential harms from Bing's generative AI features by May 27 or face severe penalties.
- Microsoft must provide information on AI risks linked to Bing's features like Copilot and Image Creator.
- The EU is concerned about AI's potential impact on civic discourse and electoral integrity.
- Failure to comply could result in fines up to 1% of Microsoft's global annual turnover.
- Periodic penalties of up to 5% of daily income may also be imposed for continued non-compliance.
- The Digital Services Act mandates tech companies to mitigate systemic risks, including AI-driven disinformation.