The European Commission published the Guidelines on prohibited AI practices, as defined by the AI Act, which came into force on August 1, 2024.The AI Action Summit took place in Paris, France, with heads of state and government, leaders of international organizations, and CEOs in attendance.The AI Act follows a four-tier risk-based system, with the highest level including eight practices considered a clear threat to societal safety.The US and UK refused to sign the summit declaration on 'inclusive' AI, criticizing European regulation and warning against cooperation with China.