The European Union's AI Act, which regulates artificial intelligence through a risk-based framework, recently saw its first compliance deadline. The Act bans specific high-risk AI applications, such as social scoring and harmful manipulation techniques. In response, the EU Commission issued guidance for developers that emphasizes compliance measures, even though this guidance is not legally binding. Penalties for breaching the Act can reach 7% of global turnover or €35 million. The guidelines aim to provide clarity and support for stakeholders as the implementation of the AI Act continues with more deadlines on the horizon.
"The guidelines are designed to ensure the consistent, effective, and uniform application of the AI Act across the European Union," the Commission wrote.
"The guidelines provide legal explanations and practical examples to help stakeholders understand and comply with the AI Act's requirements," the Commission added.
Breaches of the law's rules on prohibited use-cases can attract the stiffest penalties: up to 7% of global turnover (or €35 million, whichever is greater).
While the AI Act became law across the region last year its implementation continues, with additional compliance deadlines set to kick in over the coming months and years.
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