EU AI Act: High-risk obligations apply to Annex I product-embedded systems
Tech · Compliance deadlines · Wed, August 2, 2028 · European Union
Chapter III Sections 1-3 apply to AI systems classified high-risk under Art 6(1) and Annex I (safety components of products covered by EU harmonisation legislation). Deferred from 2 Aug 2027 by Regulation (EU) 2026/1744. Not legal advice.
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