Italy introduces national regulatory framework for EU AI Act oversight
Italy's Legislative Decree No. 179/2026 entered into force on 23 October 2026 to operationalise oversight and sanctions under the EU AI Act.
What happened?
On 23 October 2026, Italian Legislative Decree No. 179/2026 entered into force. The decree implements Article 24 of Law No. 132/2025 and harmonises national law with the EU AI Act. It establishes the competencies and coordination of national authorities, oversight procedures, regulatory sandboxes, and sanctioning regimes.
Key facts
| Ikraftträdande för dekret 179/2026 | 23 oktober 2026 |
|---|---|
| Grundlag i Italien | Lag nr 132 av 23 september 2025 |
| EU-regelverk | Förordning (EU) 2024/1689 (EU AI Act) |
Why it matters
The new decree is a necessary prerequisite for operationalising the EU AI Act within the Italian jurisdiction. Without national supervisory bodies, defined sanction thresholds, and formal coordination channels, member states cannot enforce the EU regulation's compliance requirements.
Who is affected?
The measure affects AI developers and providers operating in Italy, who now have clear counterparts within the national oversight system. Legal advisors and regulatory authorities are also directly affected by the new coordination rules.
Impact on the EU
The decree implements the European Parliament and Council Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (EU AI Act) at the national level in Italy. The regulation entered into force in August 2024 and is broadly applicable from August 2026, requiring member states to establish national supervisory bodies and mechanisms.
What else you should know
This is Italy's second implementing act under the 2025 framework law; the first decree (No. 160/2026) was adopted in September 2026 and addressed law enforcement activities and liability issues.
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