The EU AI Act establishes clear rules for the use of artificial intelligence in Europe for the first time. This regulation aims to promote innovation in the field of AI while at the same time limiting the risks posed by the use of such technologies. Companies must meet the new legal requirements in order to operate their AI systems safely and in compliance with the law.

The EU AI Act takes a risk-based approach to regulating AI systems. It divides applications into different risk categories:

• Minimal risk: AI applications such as spam filters or video games are exempt from special regulations.
• High risk: Systems used in areas such as health, critical infrastructure, public safety or human resources are subject to strict requirements. They must demonstrate that they ensure data protection, transparency and security.
• Prohibited AI: Applications that pose a significant threat to human rights, such as mass surveillance or manipulative systems, are prohibited.

Companies that use AI systems must meet various requirements depending on the level of risk. The most important obligations include:

• Transparency: End users must be informed about the use of AI, especially in high-risk applications.
• Security standards: Before high-risk AI systems come onto the market, they must undergo strict testing to ensure that they are secure and privacy-compliant.
• Documentation: Companies are required to create technical documentation that discloses how the AI systems work and demonstrates their compliance.

To successfully implement the EU AI law, companies must proceed systematically. Important steps include:

• Risk assessment: AI applications must be classified to determine which risk category they fall into.
• Transparency: Companies should develop clear communication strategies to make the use of AI systems transparent.
• Security testing: Before being launched on the market, AI systems must be tested and the necessary security standards must be met.
• Training: Employees must be trained to understand the requirements of the EU AI Act and the risks involved.

Accomplie offers comprehensive advice and support for implementing the EU AI Act. We help you to make your AI systems compliant and secure, and to fully exploit the opportunities of digital transformation.