Microsoft’s Bing AI could result in a hefty fine from the EU in the multibillion-dollar range.

Microsoft may face a fine of up to 1% of its annual revenue in the European Union if it fails to respond to a request for information by May 27. The request was made under the EU’s Digital Services Act, specifically regarding the risks associated with Microsoft’s Bing search engine and its generative AI services. The European Commission stated that Microsoft has until the deadline to provide the requested information, or else face fines of up to 1% of its total annual income and periodic penalties of up to 5% of its average daily income. While a 1% revenue fine may not seem significant, for Microsoft, it could exceed $2 billion. It should be noted that Microsoft has not been found guilty of any EU law violations related to this notice. This appears to be a courtesy notice to inform the company of the consequences of ignoring the request for information. No comment has been received from Microsoft regarding this matter.