Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has chosen not to participate in the European Union’s voluntary AI Pact at this time. The AI Pact was introduced as a transitional measure to guide companies in preparing for the upcoming EU AI Act. A spokesperson for Meta confirmed the decision, stating that the company is concentrating its efforts on ensuring compliance with the AI Act, which is set to come into effect in August 2026.
The AI Pact, a voluntary initiative by the EU, encourages businesses to align with the forthcoming AI Act, which will be the first comprehensive regulation overseeing artificial intelligence in Europe. Once fully implemented, the AI Act will require companies to provide detailed summaries of the data used to train their AI systems. Although the European Commission has called for companies to sign the pact as a proactive step, Meta has decided to prioritize meeting the Act’s legal requirements and may join the pact at a later stage.
Meta has expressed its support for the EU’s push for harmonized AI regulations and reiterated its commitment to achieving full compliance by the 2026 deadline. The AI Act forms part of a broader legislative framework within the EU, which also includes key regulations like the Digital Markets Act, Digital Services Act, Data Governance Act, and Data Act, aimed at regulating various aspects of the digital economy.
Meta’s cautious approach reflects the company’s intent to navigate the complex and evolving regulatory landscape while ensuring it meets the necessary requirements under the AI Act.
