EU Commission Intensifies Regulatory Scrutiny on Cloud and AI with Digital Markets Act Push

The European Commission is actively pursuing a three-pronged regulatory approach to rein in U.S. tech giants, focusing on cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and the Digital Markets Act (DMA). As of November 1, 2026, the Commission is considering designating Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure as 'gatekeepers' under the DMA, has a draft AI Office rulebook open for feedback, and recently concluded a DMA review that largely maintained the law's integrity. This push could significantly impact the operational policies and competitive landscape for major cloud and AI providers in the EU.