EU AI Act
European Union Artificial Intelligence Act
The world's first comprehensive AI regulation establishing risk-based requirements for AI systems in the EU.
What is EU AI Act?
The EU AI Act is the world's first comprehensive legal framework for artificial intelligence. Adopted in 2024, it establishes a risk-based approach to regulating AI systems, with requirements varying based on the level of risk an AI system poses to health, safety, and fundamental rights.
The Act categorizes AI systems into four risk levels: unacceptable risk (banned), high-risk (strict requirements), limited risk (transparency obligations), and minimal risk (no specific requirements). It applies to providers, deployers, importers, and distributors of AI systems in the EU market, regardless of where they are located.
Who Needs EU AI Act?
- Companies deploying AI systems in the EU
- AI system providers selling to EU customers
- Organizations using AI for hiring, credit scoring, or critical decisions
- Healthcare providers using AI diagnostics
- Financial services firms using AI for risk assessment
Key Requirements
Core compliance areas for EU AI Act
Risk Classification
Assess and classify AI systems based on their risk level to determine applicable requirements.
High-Risk System Requirements
Implement risk management, data governance, technical documentation, human oversight, and accuracy requirements for high-risk AI.
Transparency Obligations
Inform users when they are interacting with AI, disclose AI-generated content, and provide explanations for AI decisions.
Conformity Assessment
Conduct conformity assessments and obtain CE marking before placing high-risk AI systems on the market.
Post-Market Monitoring
Monitor AI system performance after deployment and report serious incidents to authorities.
Benefits of EU AI Act Compliance
- Legal compliance for AI operations in the EU
- Avoid significant fines (up to 7% of global revenue)
- Build trust with customers through responsible AI
- Competitive advantage as AI regulation spreads globally
- Structured approach to AI risk management
- Foundation for ethical AI governance
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Official Resources
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