EU AI Act Compliance for Businesses
Since August 1, 2024, the EU AI Act has been in force. Companies that use, develop, or distribute AI systems must classify, document and demonstrate compliance. The deadline for high-risk AI under Annex III is December 2, 2027 (postponed by the Digital Omnibus); Art. 50 transparency obligations apply from August 2, 2026.
What is the EU AI Act?
The EU AI Act is the world's first comprehensive AI regulation. It classifies AI systems by risk level and sets binding obligations for each category – from technical documentation to risk management and transparency requirements.
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Live overview: AI systems, risk classes and compliance status at a glance.
Who does the EU AI Act affect?
- Companies using AI systems in the EU
- Providers and importers of AI products
- Operators of high-risk AI systems
- Manufacturers integrating AI into their products
The 4 Risk Levels at a Glance
- Social scoring systems
- Biometric mass surveillance
- Manipulation of vulnerable groups
- AI in critical infrastructure
- Recruitment AI
- AI in education & employment
- Medical devices with AI
- Chatbots & virtual assistants
- Deepfake systems
- Emotion recognition systems
- AI spam filters
- AI in video games
- Recommendation systems
Obligations for High-Risk AI Systems
Key Deadlines
Prohibitions for unacceptable risks take effect
GPAI model requirements apply
High-risk AI under Annex III: full compliance required
High-risk AI in products (Annex I): compliance required
PDF: EU AI Act Compliance Guide
A concise overview and checkpoints as a PDF – easy to share with your team.
Am I affected by the EU AI Act?
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- Instant risk classificationAre you affected by the EU AI Act – and at which risk level?
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Which systems count as high-risk (Annex III) →⚖️ This check is not legal advice. If in doubt we recommend legal review.
Frequently Asked Questions about EU AI Act Compliance
What are the penalties for non-compliance with the EU AI Act?
Fines up to €35M or 7% of global annual revenue for the most serious violations. For lesser violations, up to €15M or 3% of revenue.
Do I need to document all AI systems under the EU AI Act?
All AI systems should be inventoried. Full documentation is mandatory for high-risk AI and recommended for limited-risk systems.
What is an AI inventory under the EU AI Act?
An AI inventory is a complete list of all AI systems used in an organisation, with description, provider, purpose, and risk classification.
Does the EU AI Act also apply to purchased AI tools?
Yes. As an operator you are responsible for AI systems you deploy – even if you did not develop them yourself.
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