ChatGPT and Roblox surpass 45 million monthly users in the EU, leading to designation as ‘mega-platforms.’ – GIGAZINE
Jul 30, 2026 15:45:00
ChatGPT and Roblox surpass 45 million monthly users in the EU, leading to designation as ‘mega-platforms.’
It has been reported that chat AI platform ChatGPT and gaming platform Roblox are expected to be designated as ‘mega-platforms’ in the EU. This measure comes after both companies’ monthly user counts in the EU have exceeded 45 million. If designated, they will be required to submit transparency reports and other requirements.
ChatGPT, Roblox to Fall Under Strictest EU Rules for Platforms – Bloomberg
EU Will Reportedly Label ChatGPT and Roblox ‘Very Large Online Platforms’ (Derogatory)
https://gizmodo.com/eu-will-reportedly-label-chatgpt-and-roblox-very-large-online-platforms-derogatory-2000792681
Bloomberg, citing anonymousbody, is preparing to designate ChatGPT and Roblox as ‘mega-platforms.’
A ‘super-large platform’ designation applies to platforms within the EU with more than 45 million monthly users. If designated, the operating company is required to present measures to mitigate the risk of harmful content under the Digital Services Act (DSA), submit transparency reports, and pay an annual fee to the European Commission.
As of 2023, 17 items including Amazon, YouTube, X (Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram, along with the search engines Google and Bing, have been designated as such, for a total of 19 items.
European Commission announces list of major platforms subject to the ‘Digital Services Act,’ including YouTube, Google, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Wikipedia, and 19 others – GIGAZINE
Violations of the DSA Act can result in fines equivalent to up to 6% of a company’s annual global sales. In July 2026, AliExpress was fined a record-breaking €550 million (approximately ¥102 billion) under the DSA.
EU fines AliExpress a record-breaking 102 billion yen, citing insufficient measures to prevent the distribution of illegal and dangerous goods and violation of the Digital Services Act – GIGAZINE
According to an anonymouspected to take place as early as August 2026
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Jul 30, 2026 15:45:00
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