EU AI Act Hits Ireland: Transparency Rules Go Live as Social Media Ban Push Grows

The EU's Artificial Intelligence Act transparency rules take effect today, forcing companies to label AI-generated content and disclose when users interact with chatbots. Ireland's new AI Office of Ireland launches simultaneously as the national regulator for this landmark legislation.

The Vote Count

• For: The AI Act was adopted two years ago after broad EU support for phased implementation.
• Against: While no formal opposition remains, critics worry about...