EU AI Act: risk tiers, timeline, and compliance requirements
Brief
What is the EU AI Act?
The EU AI Act is a regulatory framework governing the development, deployment, and use of artificial intelligence within the European Union. The European Commission proposed it to keep AI systems placed on the EU market safe and transparent and to make sure they respect fundamental rights.
The Act sets obligations for AI providers, users, and other stakeholders to address risks associated with AI while still supporting innovation and investment in the sector.
A central feature of the EU AI Act is its risk-based approach, which categorizes AI systems by the level of risk they pose to health, safety, or fundamental rights. By imposing stricter requirements on higher-risk systems and lighter measures on low-risk applications, the Act balances technological advancement with public trust and ethical standards.