EU AI Act Full Enforcement 2026: Which AI Products Are Banned? How Should Companies Respond to Compliance Requirements?

The EU AI Act enters full enforcement in February 2026, essentially banning facial recognition in public spaces, requiring registration for high-risk AI systems, and mandating labeling of AI-generated content. This article outlines the core prohibitions and compliance requirements of the AI Act, analyzes the compliance strategies of Meta, Google, and OpenAI, and examines the compliance barriers and opportunities for Chinese AI companies entering the EU market.