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The Commission has granted ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox status under the Digital Services Act
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The Commission has granted ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox status under the Digital Services Act

The European Commission has classified ChatGPT as a Very Large Online Search Engine (VLOSE) and Reddit and Roblox as Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) under the Digital Services Act (DSA). These platforms reported having at least 45 million monthly users in the EU, exceeding the threshold for such classification. Following this designation, they have four months, until December 2026, to comply with additional obligations under the DSA, including assessing and mitigating systemic risks related to their services, algorithms, and potential negative impacts on minors, user well-being, fundamental rights, elections, and public safety. Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice President for Technological Sovereignty, Security, and Democracy, stated that these higher standards of control and accountability now apply to these platforms due to their significant influence on citizens and society, and emphasized ongoing monitoring of the digital environment.

The European Commission has classified ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox under stricter regulatory frameworks as “very large online platforms” (VLOPs) and “very large internet search engines” (VLOSEs), respectively, in accordance with the Digital Services Act (DSA). The decision was announced on Monday, marking a key step in the implementation of the landmark legislation aimed at increasing transparency and accountability among major tech companies operating within the European Union. According to the classification, ChatGPT, which is an artificial intelligence system capable of communicating and responding to user queries, including web searches, has been designated as a very large internet search engine. Reddit and Roblox have both been categorized as very large online platforms. These designations were based on data submitted by the companies indicating they each have an average of at least 45 million monthly users in the EU, surpassing the threshold required to qualify for enhanced oversight under the DSA. Following the announcement, the three platforms have four months, until the end of November, to comply with additional obligations outlined in the DSA. These include assessing and mitigating systemic risks arising from their services and algorithms, particularly those related to the spread of illegal content, negative impacts on minors, physical and mental well-being of users, fundamental rights, electoral processes, and public safety. The Commission will now have greater investigative powers to evaluate the functionalities underlying these services. Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice President for Digital Sovereignty, Technology, Security, and Democracy, emphasized that the new classifications mean that ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox will now be subject to higher standards of control and responsibility in the European Union, reflecting their significant influence on citizens and society. She added that the Commission continues to monitor the digital environment and will determine the status of any platform that meets the criteria for increased supervision under the DSA. The DSA requires companies that meet certain size thresholds to implement measures to prevent the spread of harmful content and ensure algorithmic transparency. This includes requiring platforms to conduct risk assessments and provide more detailed information about how their systems operate. The law also mandates that platforms take steps to address issues such as disinformation, hate speech, and other forms of illegal content. ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, functions as a hybrid service combining elements of a chatbot and a search engine. It can engage in conversations and respond to user inquiries, including retrieving information from the web. Its classification as a very large internet search engine underscores its potential impact on information access and dissemination within the EU. Reddit, a social media platform that allows users to discuss topics within specific communities, and Roblox, a platform for immersive gaming and creation where users can build, publish, and play games created by others, have both been identified as having substantial reach and influence over millions of users. Their inclusion in the list of very large online platforms highlights the broad scope of the DSA’s application. As of now, the European Commission has classified a total of 28 very large online platforms and search engines under the DSA. Oversight and enforcement of the law are shared between the Commission and national coordinators for digital services, who are responsible for implementing and monitoring the Digital Services Act in member states. This collaborative approach aims to ensure consistent regulation across the EU while allowing for localized adaptation to national contexts.

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The Commission has granted ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox status under the Digital Services Act

The European Commission has classified ChatGPT as a Very Large Online Search Engine (VLOSE) and Reddit and Roblox as Very Large Online Platforms (VLOPs) under the Digital Services Act (DSA). These platforms reported having at least 45 million monthly users in the EU, exceeding the threshold for such classification. Following this designation, they have four months, until December 2026, to comply with additional obligations under the DSA, including assessing and mitigating systemic risks related to their services, algorithms, and potential negative impacts on minors, user well-being, fundamental rights, elections, and public safety. Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice President for Technological Sovereignty, Security, and Democracy, stated that these higher standards of control and accountability now apply to these platforms due to their significant influence on citizens and society, and emphasized ongoing monitoring of the digital environment.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the classification of platforms under the DSA as a regulatory action based on predefined thresholds and legal requirements. It does not take a clear ideological stance but reports the decision and its implications neutrally. The framing focuses on compliance and oversight rather

Why factuality (90): This article closely mirrors the primary source document, accurately reporting the classifications of ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox, along with the regulatory obligations and the four-month compliance period. It includes specific figures like the 45 million users threshold and quotes from Henna Virkku

Why objectivity (85): The article maintains a balanced tone, presenting facts without overt bias. While it emphasizes the importance of the new regulations, it does so in a neutral manner, avoiding emotionally charged language or one-sided framing.

N1 Hrvatska logoN1 HrvatskaIndependentCenterFactual 88Objective 858/31/2026
EU strengthens regulation and obligations for ChatGPT and two major online platforms

The European Commission has classified ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox as 'very large online platforms' under the Digital Services Act (DSA), subjecting them to stricter regulations and obligations. These platforms, which collectively serve over 45 million monthly users, now face increased oversight, including risk assessments and measures to mitigate systemic risks such as illegal content spread, negative impacts on minors, and threats to fundamental rights and democratic processes. They have four months to comply with additional requirements, including transparency around algorithmic systems. The classification grants the Commission greater investigative powers to assess the functionalities behind these services.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about regulatory actions taken by the European Commission under the DSA without overtly favoring any political ideology. It reports on the legal framework, the criteria used for classification, and the implications for the platforms involved, maintaining a平衡(

Why factuality (88): The article provides an accurate summary of the EU's decision, including the classifications of the platforms and the regulatory requirements. It correctly mentions the user thresholds and the four-month compliance period. Minor discrepancies exist in the phrasing of certain terms, but overall, it a

Why objectivity (85): The tone remains objective, focusing on the regulatory actions and their implications. There is no evident bias or emotional language, though the article does highlight the impact of the decision on society, which is a common journalistic approach.

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EC: ChatGPT, Reddit and Reblox will be under increased scrutiny due to their high impact

Europska komisija je dodijelila oznaku 'vrlo velike tražilice' sustavu umjetne inteligencije ChatGPT, a platformama Reddit i Roblox oznaku 'vrlo velike online platforme'. Ovo znači da će te usluge biti podložne strožim pravilima i obvezama u skladu s Zakonom o digitalnim uslugama (DSA). Prema izvještajima, te usluge imaju prosječno mjesečno najmanje 45 milijuna korisnika, što ih kvalificira za dodatne obaveze. Sada imaju četiri mjeseca da se pridrže novim propisima, uključujući procjenu i ublažavanje sistema rizika povezanih s njihovim algoritamima. Komisija ima veće istražne ovlasti za analizu funkcionalnosti tih usluga.

Bias read (Center): Članak neutralno izlaže informacije o odluci Europske komisije, bez evidentnog političkog slanja ili stranih perspektiva. Prikazuje faktičke podatke o oznakama koje su dodijeljene platformama, uz citiranje izvora (Europska komisija), ali ne predstavlja ni jednu stranu kao dominantnu. Uključuje objaš

Why factuality (87): The article accurately reflects the EU's classification of the platforms and the associated regulatory measures. It correctly cites the user numbers and the four-month compliance period. Some sections are cut off, which may affect completeness, but the core factual elements are well-represented.

Why objectivity (83): The article maintains a neutral stance, presenting the regulatory changes without introducing subjective commentary. However, the incomplete ending might suggest a lack of thoroughness, potentially affecting perceived objectivity.

Večernji list logoVečernji listIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 808/31/2026
EU hits ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox: For violating the rules threatened with huge fines, here's what's changing

The European Commission has classified ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox under stricter regulatory frameworks, designating them as either 'very large online platforms' or 'very large online search engines' under the Digital Services Act (DSA). This decision follows OpenAI's report that ChatGPT's search function had approximately 159 million monthly active users in the EU during the six-month period ending March 2026. Reddit and Roblox also exceeded user thresholds, triggering enhanced oversight requirements. The classification imposes additional obligations, including annual risk assessments covering issues like illegal content spread, child protection, impact on mental and physical health, fundamental rights, and electoral processes. The Commission emphasized these platforms' significant societal influence and their responsibility to comply with stringent regulations by December 2026.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the European Commission's regulatory actions against major tech platforms in a balanced manner, citing official reports and statements from the Commission. It does not overtly favor any political ideology but highlights the regulatory implications of the DSA. While the issue of

Why factuality (85): The article accurately reports the EU classification of ChatGPT, Reddit, and Roblox under the DSA, including the regulatory implications and the four-month compliance period. It references the user numbers reported by OpenAI and aligns with the primary source document. However, it slightly simplifie

Why objectivity (80): The tone remains neutral, focusing on the regulatory changes and their impacts. The article presents information from multiple sources but does not introduce personal opinions or biases. However, there is a slight emphasis on the significance of the decision, which could be seen as a minor editorial

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