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The official entry into force of the AI Act marks the beginning of strict regulatory obligations for companies.
This event sets the stage for evaluating the true costs of compliance with the new regulations.
Debate #4 discussed the financial viability of European AI regulation on September 8, 2026.
The debate concluded by rejecting the idea that Mistral AI's success proves the model's viability.
Reasons
The AI Act coming into effect provides a starting point, but it's not the full picture for understanding financial viability. Actual costs become clear only after companies attempt to comply and face the inevitable bureaucracy. For instance, getting a new attestation or navigating updated FranceConnect procedures always reveals unforeseen expenses and delays that were never in the initial estimates.