Meta will not sign the EU's AI code of practice, according to Joel Kaplan, citing concerns that the guidelines are overly restrictive and will hinder the development and deployment of AI models in Europe. Kaplan argues that the EU's approach constitutes regulatory overreach, potentially stifling innovation in the AI sector. This decision underscores the growing tension between tech companies and European regulators regarding AI governance, as the EU seeks to establish comprehensive rules for the technology.