Opinion

June 30, 2025

Europe must hit pause on the AI Act

Startup leaders and investors call on EU to 'stop the clock' on sweeping new rules


The EU’s AI Act risks creating a fragmented, unpredictable regulatory environment that will undermine innovation, discourage investment, and ultimately leave Europe behind in the global AI race.

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Johannes Schildt

Johannes Schildt is the chairman and cofounder of Kry/ Livi.

Fredrik Hjelm

Fredrik Hjelm is the cofounder of mobility scaleup Voi.

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