The European Union is moving one step closer to refining its landmark EU AI Act, with the European Council proposing new amendments aimed at simplifying regulations while addressing emerging risks from artificial intelligence.

On Friday, the Council released its position on updates to the EU AI Act, including a new ban on AI nudification tools and stricter standards around the use of sensitive personal data. The proposal is part of the broader “Omnibus VII” legislative package designed to streamline the EU’s digital regulatory framework and reduce compliance burdens for businesses.

While the changes are intended to make the rules more practical for companies, the latest amendments also...