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EU AI Act Compliance Guide

Everything you need to know about the European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act and how to ensure your AI systems are compliant.

Key Implementation Dates

August 1, 2024

EU AI Act enters into force

February 2, 2025

Prohibited AI systems ban takes effect

August 2, 2025

GPAI model requirements apply

August 2, 2026

Full enforcement for high-risk AI systems

Risk Classification Framework

The EU AI Act classifies AI systems into four risk categories, each with different regulatory requirements.

Unacceptable RiskProhibited

AI systems that pose a clear threat to safety, livelihoods, and rights

Social scoring by governmentsReal-time biometric identification in public spacesManipulation of vulnerable personsCognitive behavioral manipulation
High RiskStrict requirements apply

AI systems that significantly impact people's lives and require strict compliance

CV-scanning tools for recruitmentCredit scoring systemsAI in medical devicesAI for education and vocational trainingAI in law enforcementAI for migration and border control
Limited RiskTransparency obligations

AI systems with specific transparency obligations

Chatbots and virtual assistantsEmotion recognition systemsDeepfake generatorsAI-generated content
Minimal RiskNo restrictions

AI systems with minimal or no risk to rights or safety

AI-enabled video gamesSpam filtersInventory managementManufacturing optimization

High-Risk AI Requirements

High-risk AI systems must comply with these mandatory requirements before market deployment.

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Risk Management System

Implement a continuous risk management process throughout the AI system lifecycle

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Data Governance

Ensure training, validation, and testing data meets quality criteria

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Technical Documentation

Maintain comprehensive documentation demonstrating compliance

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Record Keeping

Automatic logging of events for traceability throughout system operation

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Transparency

Provide clear information to users about AI system capabilities and limitations

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Human Oversight

Design systems to allow effective oversight by natural persons

Accuracy & Robustness

Achieve appropriate levels of accuracy, robustness, and cybersecurity

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Conformity Assessment

Undergo conformity assessment procedures before market placement

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