OpenAI's ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox have four months to meet stricter EU Digital Services Act obligations. The European Commission announced the timeline on Monday, targeting violations related to illegal content, misinformation and user safety. The rule applies to platforms reaching over 45 million EU users.
The EU's Digital Services Act (DSA) requires platforms to assess systemic risks, appoint dedicated compliance officers, and remove illegal content promptly. It also mandates transparency reports and user‑friendly mechanisms for reporting harms. The rule targets very large online platforms, defined as services reaching more than 45 million EU users. ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox each surpass this threshold, placing them under the strictest tier of the regulation.
Under the DSA, the three services must conduct risk assessments within the four‑month window and implement measures to curb harmful content, misinformation and manipulation. They are also required to publish regular compliance reports and provide clear avenues for users to flag illegal material.
Non‑compliance could trigger fines of up to six percent of global annual turnover, and regulators may order temporary suspensions. The Commission emphasized that swift action is essential to protect EU citizens and maintain trust in digital services.
The new obligations may slow the speed at which content is reviewed, potentially affecting the timeliness of posts on Reddit and the chat responses on ChatGPT. Developers may need to add compliance tools, raising costs and prompting changes in how services are shown to EU users.
With only four months to adapt, the companies face a tight deadline to redesign moderation processes, train staff and update systems. Failure to comply could result in substantial penalties, yet proactive adherence may strengthen user confidence and set a benchmark for future EU digital regulation.
What specific obligations do ChatGPT, Reddit and Roblox need to meet? They must conduct risk assessments, appoint compliance officers, remove illegal content within 24 hours, and publish transparency reports.
What penalties could they face if they do not comply? Regulators may impose fines up to six percent of global turnover and order temporary service suspensions.
When does the compliance deadline begin? The four‑month period starts from the Commission’s announcement on Monday, giving platforms until early January 2027 to comply.