It's completely fair to want to see how the EU AI Act brings clarity and makes things easier for investors, and Mistral AI's funding certainly gives a sense of progress.
But it’s important to remember that one big success doesn't automatically mean every startup will find smooth sailing; for many, regulatory compliance is a major obstacle that eats into R&D.
I hear you on the desire for standardized metrics, yet for smaller companies, these aren't just numbers for a spreadsheet; they are very real costs that divert funds from innovation.
Here in France, getting your attestations for even simple things like housing aid can feel like a full-time job, so imagining new legal hurdles for every AI product feels like a heavy burden.
Even so, success stories like Mistral AI are often outliers, not the rule.