Meta Halts EU Release of Advanced AI Model Over Regulatory Concerns

The tech giant cites unpredictable European regulations, particularly around data privacy, as the primary reason for withholding its multimodal Llama 3 AI model.

Meta will not launch its multimodal Llama 3 AI model in the EU due to regulatory uncertainties.
The decision is influenced by the EU's GDPR and upcoming AI Act, which impose strict data privacy and compliance requirements.
Apple has similarly withheld its AI features in the EU, citing the Digital Markets Act.
Meta's text-only AI models will still be available in the EU, but multimodal versions are excluded.
The move underscores ongoing tensions between big tech companies and European regulators.