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First AI Act enforcement investigation opened

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Summary

The EU AI Office opened the first formal investigation under the AI Act, targeting a biometric identification system deployed by a European retail chain. The case set a precedent for the 'prohibited AI' enforcement approach and signalled the office would use its powers actively.

The specifics of the retail facial recognition case and what penalties the company faces.

The EU AI Office's enforcement philosophy and what industries face the highest compliance risk.

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