AI Act Implementation: Timelines & Next steps

AI Act · 2 years ago

The EU AI Act establishes a phased implementation timeline beginning from its entry into force, with key compliance deadlines including prohibitions on unacceptable-risk AI at 6 months, codes of practice for general-purpose AI at 9 months, and obligations for high-risk AI systems listed in Annex III at 24 months. The Commission will issue secondary legislation and guidelines at specified intervals, with some obligations not taking effect until the end of 2030 for large-scale IT systems in freedom, security and justice areas. Member states must establish regulatory sandboxes, implement penalty rules, and ensure authorities are appointed to oversee compliance across the phased rollout.