EU to crack down on AI deepfakes, illicit imagery and hacking with new team in Brussels

The European Union has established a new team in Brussels to enforce regulations targeting AI deepfakes, illicit imagery, and cyber threats. The AI Act, set to take effect, requires AI companies to label generated content and addresses systemic risks like cyberattacks and manipulation. The EU also expands its AI Office with 38 new staff to monitor firms, including major players like OpenAI and DeepSeek, and introduces tools for whistleblowers and compliance.