This FAQ answers questions regarding the application of the AI Act to public and private actors, risk categories for AI systems, obligations for high-risk AI systems, and requirements for general-purpose AI models. It also addresses penalties for non-compliance, governance structures, and timelines for full applicability.
Author: European Commission
Status: Adopted / Published
Adoption date: 2024-08-01
Last updated: 08 Aug 2025
Category: Miscellaneous
Subcategory: Other official document