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ChatGPT, Roblox to fall under strictest EU rules for platforms

bloomberg.com

July 30, 2026

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Summary

ChatGPT and Roblox will face stricter scrutiny under the EU's Digital Services Act due to exceeding 45 million monthly users in the bloc. ChatGPT will be classified as a "very large search engine," while Roblox will be designated as a "very large online platform."

Key Takeaways

OpenAI's ChatGPT and Roblox will be subject to stricter EU content moderation rules due to exceeding 45 million monthly users in the bloc.
The EU will classify ChatGPT as a "very large search engine" and Roblox as a "very large online platform" under the Digital Services Act.

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Community Sentiment

Negative

Positives

Some commenters argue that stricter regulations might finally hold billion-dollar corporations accountable, which is long overdue for the industry.

Concerns

Many see the EU's regulations as a business-hostile overreach, potentially stunting innovation and driving companies away.
Skeptics doubt the effectiveness of fines, suggesting they are too small to actually encourage compliance among major players like OpenAI.
There's a strong sentiment that platforms like Roblox perpetuate predatory practices, with concerns about child safety and gambling behavior being rampant.