EU AI Act Receives Final Approval from Council of Ministers
The Council of the European Union has granted its final approval to the AI Act, marking the final stage in the legislative process to regulate artificial intelligence within the European Union.
What happened?
Following several years of negotiations, the EU Council of Ministers has formally adopted the AI Act. The decision was made on 21 May 2024, signifying that all necessary legislation for the regulation is now in place. The approval follows the European Parliament's adoption on 13 March 2024.
Key facts
| Beslutsdatum ministerrådet | 21 maj 2024 |
|---|---|
| Europaparlamentets antagande | 13 mars 2024 |
| Förslag till förordning | April 2021 |
”Client Alert: EU AI Act: Council Gives Final Green Light to the Digital Omnibus on AI”
Why it matters
The AI Act is the world's first comprehensive legislation regulating AI. It implements a risk-based strategy, where regulatory stringency is adjusted according to the AI systems' potential risks to human health, safety, and fundamental rights. The goal is to ensure that AI technology is safe and respects EU values.
Who is affected?
This affects developers, providers, and users of AI systems within the EU, as well as companies outside the EU that offer AI services within the union. Those developing or using high-risk systems are particularly affected, as they are subject to stricter requirements regarding transparency, data management, and human oversight.
Impact on the EU
The AI Act is a common EU legislative framework that will apply directly across all member states. It is expected to come into force gradually, with certain provisions taking effect as early as 2024 and others being phased in over the coming years until 2026.
What else you should know
The regulation is the result of a proposal from the European Commission in April 2021 and has since undergone extensive discussions and amendments between the EU institutions.
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