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The EU AI Act – What SMEs Need to Know Now

The world's first comprehensive AI regulation is in force. SMEs must act now.

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01.

What does the EU AI Act regulate?

The EU AI Act is the world's first comprehensive AI regulation. It classifies AI systems into risk levels and sets transparency, documentation and training obligations. Goal: promote trustworthy AI, protect fundamental rights.

02.

Who is affected?

All companies that use AI – not just tech firms. SMEs must also ensure AI literacy. The EU AI Act obliges companies to demonstrably ensure that employees use AI correctly, safely and in compliance with the law.

03.

Deadlines

Preparation should begin now.

  • 1August 2024: Entry into force
  • 2February 2025: Prohibited practices become effective
  • 3August 2025: High-risk obligations take effect
  • 4August 2026: Full application of all regulations
04.

What must SMEs do?

  • 1Create AI inventory – record all used AI systems
  • 2Assign risk classes – categorize systems
  • 3Build technical documentation (where necessary)
  • 4Train employees – demonstrably fulfill AI Literacy obligation

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