Meta and Spotify CEOs criticize AI regulation in the EU

August 23, 2024: Meta and Spotify CEOs Slam EU AI Rules - Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Spotify CEO Daniel Ek criticized EU privacy regulations for stifling AI innovation, claiming it blocks European access to advanced AI models and hinders cultural representation. Meta announced it will withhold its new multi-modal AI model, Llama, from the EU due to regulatory uncertainties. Spotify highlighted how open-source AI could enhance artist discovery and streaming, advocating for simplified regulations to support European tech growth. The companies previously supported EU regulations against Apples App Store practices but now argue current AI laws are overly restrictive.