The EU AI Act is the first comprehensive legal framework regulating artificial intelligence in Europe, designed to foster trustworthy AI while protecting fundamental rights, safety, and ethical principles. It classifies AI systems by risk level, banning those posing unacceptable risks such as social scoring, biometric identification in public spaces, and AI that manipulates vulnerable individuals. High-risk AI systems, including those used in critical infrastructure, education, employment, and law enforcement, must undergo strict assessments and comply with mandatory requirements before market placement. The Act also establishes transparency obligations, governance mechanisms like the European Artificial Intelligence Board, and supports innovation through regulatory sandboxes, particularly aiding SMEs and startups. Its goal is to balance AI innovation with safeguarding democracy, human rights, and safety across the EU.
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URL: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/1689/oj/engPublication's scorecard
Country: EU
Scope: Cyber
Typology: Regulation
Publication's date: July 12, 2024
Category: Data Protection & AI
Sector: Cross-Sector
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