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Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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Regulation on artificial intelligence in the EU - AI Act

What is the Regulation on artificial intelligence

The Regulation on artificial intelligence in the EU, known as the AI Act, is a legislative initiative aimed at regulating and supervising artificial intelligence (AI) systems in the European Union. The main objective of the AI Act is to ensure that AI systems are used in a manner that respects the EU's fundamental rights and values, as well as the safety and security of citizens.

The AI Act classifies AI systems according to the level of risk they pose to the safety and fundamental rights of individuals. These are classified into the following categories:

  • Unacceptable risk: AI systems that may cause a significant risk to the health, safety or fundamental rights of individuals and which cannot lawfully be used in the EU.
  • High risk: AI systems that have a direct and significant impact on the safety and rights of individuals. These systems are subject to strict regulations, including compliance, transparency and oversight.
  • Medium and low risk: AI systems that present a lower risk in terms of the safety and rights of individuals. Regulations for these systems are less strict and are based on the principle of proportionality.

Software developers must take into account the risk classification of the AI systems they create. In the case of high-risk systems, developers must ensure compliance with the relevant requirements, carry out assessments of the impact on fundamental rights and take measures to reduce the associated risks. Developers of medium- and low-risk AI systems must comply with proportional regulations and ensure that their products do not infringe the fundamental rights of users.

Users of AI systems must be aware of the risk classification of the systems they use and act accordingly. For high-risk AI systems, users must ensure that they follow the instructions for use, monitor the system's operation and report any serious incidents or malfunctions to the providers or distributors. Users must also ensure that the input data is relevant to the intended purpose of the high-risk AI system and keep log files, where these are under their control.

In the case of medium- and low-risk AI systems, users must be aware of the potential risks and act responsibly, ensuring that the use of the AI system does not infringe the fundamental rights of others.

The AI Act represents an important step in regulating AI systems in the EU, ensuring a balance between innovation and the protection of fundamental rights. The risk classifications and their practical consequences for developers and users help to create an environment of trust and transparency in the use of AI systems, promoting accountability and compliance with ethical principles and legal norms.