EU's AI Rules Too Strict, Says Capgemini Chief

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The European Union's strict artificial intelligence regulations are making it more challenging for global companies to deploy AI in the region, according to Aiman Ezzat, CEO of French IT consulting giant Capgemini. In an interview ahead of the AI Action summit in Paris, Ezzat criticized the EU’s approach, stating that AI regulation has moved "too far and too fast," creating a complex landscape for companies operating across multiple countries.  

Ezzat highlighted the lack of global AI standards as a major issue, calling it a "nightmare" for businesses trying to navigate varying regulations. Capgemini, which collaborates with major tech firms like Microsoft, Google Cloud, and AWS, provides services to high-profile clients, including Heathrow Airport and Deutsche Telekom.  

The summit in Paris, attended by world leaders and top executives, is expected to address AI policy frameworks. While the EU’s AI Act will take years to be fully implemented, European data protection authorities are already scrutinizing AI firms for potential privacy violations.  

One company drawing regulatory attention is Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, which recently made headlines for competing with U.S. tech giants at a fraction of the cost. Ezzat described DeepSeek’s model as a "game changer" due to its openness and customization potential. However, he noted that while the company shares its models as open source, it does not provide full transparency, particularly regarding training datasets.  

Capgemini has begun exploring DeepSeek’s AI models with clients, but discussions remain in the early stages, Ezzat said.

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