Jensen Huang urges Europe to cut AI regulation to avoid falling behind

Huang also addressed British journalists, criticizing what he described as a local tendency to dwell on failure and overthink opportunities. He emphasized that Europe’s manufacturing and engineering strengths could be leveraged for the next wave of AI, which he defined as physical AI involving robotics and heavy industry. Merz responded that Europe is seeking a balance between innovation and safety, rejecting both "no regulation" and overly tight rules.

The comments highlight a strategic tension as the EU implements the AI Act while the US and China advance frontier models. Huang, whose company dominates the AI chip market, has a direct financial interest in faster infrastructure deployment. His message warns that prolonged debate on regulation may allow other regions to secure technological leadership.