Analysis

February 23, 2026

Deepfakes, bias and cyber attacks: How European startups are facing up to major AI risks

Much of the buzz around AI safety is currently framed by US tech giants. How are European startups approaching the topic?


As AI moves from experimental projects to industrial deployment in real-world settings, startups are coming under pressure to ensure the technology is safe to use by their customers

As AI capabilities increase at pace, stark warnings are emerging that the technology could have dramatic consequences if left uncontrolled, ranging from mass loss of jobs to the rise of new weapons, cyber attacks and disinformation campaigns.

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Daphné Leprince-Ringuet

Daphné Leprince-Ringuet is a senior reporter for Sifted, based in Paris. She covers French tech and writes Sifted's AI and Deeptech newsletter . You can find her on X and LinkedIn

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