Timeline · implementation · Omnibus
Timelines, implementation dates, AI Omnibus references and ongoing regulatory developments.
The EDPB and EDPS provide joint recommendations on data protection aspects of the European Biotech Act proposal. The proposal aims to strengthen the biotechnology industry while ensuring GDPR compliance in clinical trials and AI use.
Source: European Data Protection Board
The EDPB 2025 Annual Report summarises the activities of the Support Pool of Experts (SPE), including completed projects on AI risks, data protection enforcement, and technological tools. The report highlights transparency and cooperation between supervisory authorities.
Source: European Data Protection Board
The AI Act promotes trustworthy AI in the EU, protects health and fundamental rights, and establishes uniform regulations. It applies to companies, authorities, and organizations using or developing AI. Regulations will be implemented gradually between February 2025 and August 2027.
Source: Bundesnetzagentur
The Federal Network Agency provides information on the EU AI Act, which regulates AI development and use in the EU. The Act will be fully applied in stages from August 2027. Companies can learn about risk classification, transparency requirements, and the AI Compliance Compass.
Source: Bundesnetzagentur
The Federal Network Agency prepares the implementation of the EU AI Act in Germany. The regulation governs AI systems on a risk-based approach, with strict requirements for transparency and safety at high risk. Effective from August 2027.
Source: Bundesnetzagentur
The Commission has published draft guidelines on classifying AI systems as high-risk under the AI Act. Based on stakeholder feedback, they aim to facilitate compliance with obligations. The guidelines are non-binding but will guide enforcement. A consultation process runs until 23 June 2026.
Source: European Commission
The European Commission is conducting a consultation until 23 June 2026 on draft guidelines for classifying high-risk AI systems. The aim is to clarify the application of the AI Act and provide practical examples.
Source: European Commission
The EU Commission is consulting until 23 June 2026 on draft guidelines for classifying high-risk AI systems. The guidelines aim to help providers and deployers assess whether an AI system falls into the high-risk category. They include clarifications on relevant AI Act provisions and practical examples.
Source: European Commission
The EU AI Act is the world's first comprehensive AI regulation. It addresses risks to health, safety, and fundamental rights. The FAQ guide explains the scope, prohibited practices, high-risk systems, transparency requirements, and governance. It helps businesses and authorities understand and comply with the regulations.
Source: European Commission
The European Commission promotes harmonised standards for the EU AI Act to simplify compliance. These standards, developed by CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI, will be published from 2026 onwards. They provide legal certainty for providers of high-risk AI systems.
Source: European Commission
The proposed European standard prEN 18286 for an AI quality management system under the EU AI Act has reached the Enquiry stage. It provides a structured approach to conformity with Article 17 of the regulation.
Source: European Commission
The European Commission provides FAQs on general-purpose AI models in the EU AI Act. It explains definitions, risks, obligations for providers, and transition periods. The focus is on transparency, copyright, and risk assessment.
Source: European Commission
The European Commission is preparing guidelines to support the implementation of the AI Act, promoting compliance and innovation. These include practical instructions on high-risk classification, transparency requirements, and incident reporting.
Source: European Commission / European AI Office
The EU AI Board is a central advisory body established under the AI Act, effective from 1 August 2024. It coordinates the implementation of the AI Act and supports national AI strategy development. The Board comprises representatives from EU Member States and is supported by the European Commission's AI Office.
Source: European Commission / European AI Office
The European Commission is conducting multiple consultations covering copyright, health data, AI service interoperability, energy efficiency of AI models, and the Digital Fairness Act. These consultations aim to gather feedback for shaping future regulations.
Source: European Commission / European AI Office
The European Commission has published guidelines for implementing the AI Act for providers of general-purpose AI models. They clarify obligations in light of the upcoming entry into force on 2 August 2025.
Source: European Commission / DG CONNECT
Article 6 of the EU AI Act defines criteria for classifying AI systems as high-risk. A system is considered high-risk if it serves as a safety component or is listed in Annex III, unless it meets exceptions under paragraph 3. The Commission will publish guidelines for practical implementation by 2026.
Source: European Commission / AI Act Service Desk
The document lists national resources and contact points for implementing the EU AI Act in various countries. It names the competent authorities in Cyprus, Italy, Belgium, Austria, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Source: European Commission / AI Act Service Desk
The EU AI Act is implemented progressively, with full rollout by August 2027. Key milestones include transparency rules, general-purpose AI regulations, and high-risk systems. Member states must appoint national authorities and adapt penalty laws.
Source: European Commission / AI Act Service Desk
