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November 17, 2025

European startups welcome expected AI Act delay

Startups have called for a delay to the AI Act — though some warn the EU risks caving to the US

Startups have welcomed reports that the European Union is set to delay a key part of its AI Act, landmark legislation aimed at setting a global standard for the regulation of artificial intelligence.

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is Sifted's associate editor. She covers UK tech and leads Sifted's investigations. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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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