EU AI Act published today – enters into force 1st August

In this article:

• EU AI Act Publication: The EU AI Act was published in the Official Journal today.
• Effective Date: The Act will enter into force 20 days later, on 1st August.
• Timeline for Substantive Rules: Most of the Act will not take effect for another two years, with some rules having an even longer lead time.
• Prohibited AI Practices: Rules prohibiting certain AI practices will apply from early next year, after six months.
• Key Provisions: The article then goes on to summarise the key provision of the act by way of reminder