Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Act)

Overview

The Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) adopts a risk-based approach to AI regulation, categorizing AI systems into unacceptable risk (prohibited), high risk (subject to conformity assessment), limited risk (transparency obligations), and minimal risk (no additional obligations). High-risk AI systems must comply with requirements for risk management, data governance, technical documentation, transparency, human oversight, accuracy, and cybersecurity. The Act establishes the European Artificial Intelligence Board and national supervisory authorities. Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 applies progressively from 2025 to 2027.

This eu regulation (32024R1689) is part of the EU’s legal framework governing ai regulation. EU artificial intelligence regulation adopts a risk-based approach to AI governance, imposing different requirements based on the level of risk posed by AI systems to health, safety, and fundamental rights.

Type: EU Regulation

CELEX Number: 32024R1689

Date of Effect: See the official publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Key Provisions

Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Artificial Intelligence Act) establishes the core legal framework in this field. For specific provisions, articles, and implementing measures, consult the full text on EUR-Lex.

Significance

This legislation represents a key component of EU law in the area of ai regulation. It reflects the EU’s approach to harmonization and regulatory policy within the internal market framework.