ChatGPT to face tougher regulation in the EU

AITopTools Editorial TeamAugust 31, 2026

What changed

The European Union has classified ChatGPT as a Very Large Online Search Engine under its Digital Services Act. OpenAI will soon face formal responsibility for reducing risks linked to minors, users’ mental health, and illegal content on the service.

What this means for you

People using ChatGPT in the EU may see stronger safety measures as OpenAI responds to these legal obligations. The change applies to ChatGPT’s operation in the EU, but the feed does not specify which features or costs will change.

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