Italy: Competition and Market Authority proceedings against Mistral AI addressing unfair commercial practices (PS12968)
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Competition and Market Authority closed investigation into Mistral AI “Le Chat” following commitments on user transparency
On 17 February 2026, the Competition and Market Authority (AGCM) closed its investigation into Mistral AI regarding its AI service “Le Chat” and the risk of so-called “hallucinations,” where AI outputs may be inaccurate or misleading. The investigat…
Communications Authority issued response to request from Competition Authority concerning Mistral AI's potential unfair commercial practices
On 3 December 2026, the Communications Authority (AGCOM) adopted its response to the request from the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) concerning Mistral AI's potential unfair commercial practices under the Consumer Code. AGCM had initiated proc…
Competition and Market Authority opened investigation into Mistral AI “Le Chat” over user information on hallucination risks
On 3 June 2025, the Competition and Market Authority (AGCM) opened proceedings to examine whether Mistral AI SAS, through its website and the app “Le Chat by Mistral AI,” adequately informed users about the risk of “hallucinations,” where AI outputs…