The EU's AI Act enforcement powers take effect, letting it evaluate AI models before regional release, restrict market access, fine model providers, and more (Kai Nicol-Schwarz/CNBC)

The EU's AI Act enforcement powers have taken effect, granting the European Union new authority to evaluate AI models before their regional release. This allows the EU to restrict market access for certain models and impose fines on model providers. These new powers aim to regulate AI technology within the EU.