ESTABLISHING A GOVERNANCE FRAMEWORK FOR THE EU AI ACT
The European Union Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) represents a landmark legislative effort aimed at regulating AI technologies across the EU.
This ambitious framework seeks to foster innovation while ensuring AI systems operate in alignment with ethical principles, human rights and societal values. It underscores the EU’s commitment to establishing a legal environment that promotes trust in AI technologies and safeguards the wellbeing of its citizens.
This article focuses on the governance structures underpinning the EU AI Act, offering a detailed analysis of its key components and guiding principles. Central to the governance framework are risk-based classifications of AI systems, compliance obligations, and mechanisms for oversight and enforcement. These structures aim to balance the Act’s dual objectives of mitigating potential risks and facilitating responsible technological advancement.
Additionally, this article examines the foundational principles of the EU AI Act, including transparency, accountability and the protection of fundamental rights. By exploring the interplay between these principles and the regulatory mechanisms established by the Act, we shed light on how governance structures are designed to ensure compliance while enabling innovation across sectors.
Through this lens, we provide insights into the evolving landscape of AI regulation in the EU and offer a roadmap for understanding how the Act aims to harmonise technological progress with ethical governance.
Jan-Mar 2025 Issue
AI & Partners
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