EU Amends AI Act: Digital Omnibus Delays Rules for High-Risk AI
The EU is streamlining the AI Act through the Digital Omnibus on AI regulation. The new framework postpones the application of requirements for high-risk AI and eases administrative procedures.
What happened?
The EU has adopted Regulation (EU) 2026/1744, also known as the Digital Omnibus on AI. The regulation introduces targeted amendments and administrative simplifications to the AI Act. Among other measures, the application of rules for high-risk systems is being deferred while the administrative structure is simplified, without altering the fundamental purpose of the legislation.
Key facts
| Förordningens nummer | (EU) 2026/1744 |
|---|---|
| Antagandedatum | 8 juli 2026 |
| Publiceringsdatum | 24 juli 2026 |
| Omfattning | Uppskjuten tillämpning för högrisk-AI |
”The “Digital Omnibus on AI” Regulation introduces crucial AI Act amendments by postponing application of the high-risk AI rules and more broadly simplifying its administrative framework.”
Why it matters
The regulation is part of the EU's legislative initiative to reduce the administrative burden on companies and strengthen competitiveness. By delaying requirements for high-risk AI, relevant parties and authorities are granted more time to align their processes and systems with the regulations.
Who is affected?
The change affects developers, providers, and users of AI systems within the EU, particularly those developing or implementing AI solutions classified as high-risk.
Impact on the EU
The regulation is part of the EU's broader Omnibus package, which is also expected to include amendments to the GDPR, ePrivacy, and Data Act to reduce regulatory burdens across the union.
What else you should know
The package will be complemented by an upcoming general Digital Omnibus regulation addressing additional digital frameworks within the union.
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