Regulatory intelligence for AI Act operators
Analysis and operating guidance for teams moving from static documentation to continuous AI compliance governance.
February 2026
February 2026
AI Act enforcement is phased. Market access risk is not.
A practical timeline of what is already enforceable, what lands next, and why waiting increases regulatory and commercial exposure.
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February 2026
High-risk conformity needs workflow discipline, not templates
How to operationalize high-risk AI conformity with ownership, approvals, and evidence durability before auditors ask.
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February 2026
From static compliance to real-time governance
Why annual policy refreshes fail for AI systems and how continuous monitoring protects market access and leadership confidence.
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February 2026
What counts as an AI system under the EU AI Act?
The Commission's February 2025 guidelines clarify the Article 3(1) definition. Understand the boundary between AI systems and traditional software.
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February 2026
Prohibited AI practices are enforceable now — here is what to check
Article 5 prohibitions took effect February 2, 2025. Six categories of AI practice are banned outright, with fines up to €35 million or 7% of global turnover.
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February 2026
The GPAI Code of Practice: what it means for model providers
The third draft of the GPAI Code of Practice was published in March 2025. It sets out how general-purpose AI model providers can demonstrate compliance with Articles 53-56.
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February 2026
SME-friendly provisions: sandboxes, waivers, and the AI Pact
The AI Act includes specific measures to reduce the burden on SMEs and startups. Regulatory sandboxes, the voluntary AI Pact, and testing in real-world conditions offer structured on-ramps.
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March 2026
AI Act penalties: who pays what and when
Fines under the AI Act reach up to €35 million or 7% of global turnover. Understand the three penalty tiers, SME adjustments, and how to reduce exposure.
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March 2026
Transition rules: what existing AI systems need to do by when
Article 111 sets transition provisions for AI systems already on the market. Understand which deadlines apply to your existing deployments and when grandfathering ends.
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April 2026
Serious incident vs malfunction: where to draw the line
Not every AI bug is reportable. Learn the Article 3(49) threshold that separates a software malfunction from a serious incident requiring notification.
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April 2026
FRIA vs DPIA: two assessments, one AI system
Both are required in many scenarios. Understand how the FRIA (Article 27) and DPIA (GDPR Article 35) differ in scope, trigger, and notification — and when you need both.
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April 2026
Annex IV checklist: what startups actually need to prepare
The 7 sections of Annex IV can feel overwhelming for small teams. Here is a practical checklist focusing on what regulators actually evaluate first.
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April 2026
How to build a role-based AI literacy programme that satisfies Article 4
One-size-fits-all training violates Article 4. Learn how to design role-based AI literacy tracks for executives, compliance managers, developers, and end users.
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April 2026
The Article 6(3) exception: when your Annex III system is not high-risk
Listed in Annex III does not always mean high-risk. Article 6(3) provides an exception for narrow procedural tasks and preparatory activities. Learn when it applies.
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April 2026
The 15-day serious incident reporting deadline: what counts and how to comply
Article 73 gives providers of high-risk AI systems 15 days to report serious incidents to market surveillance authorities. Here is exactly what triggers the clock and what the report must contain.
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April 2026
How to build an internal AI incident workflow that meets Article 73
A step-by-step guide to designing an internal AI incident detection, triage, and reporting workflow that satisfies the EU AI Act's serious incident obligations.
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April 2026
Who must complete a FRIA under the EU AI Act? Deployers, providers, and exemptions
Article 27 requires certain deployers of high-risk AI systems to complete a Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment before first use. This guide explains who is obligated, who is exempt, and common edge cases.
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April 2026
5 common FRIA mistakes that will not survive a regulatory review
Fundamental Rights Impact Assessments often fail regulatory scrutiny because of avoidable errors. These are the five most common mistakes and how to fix them before submission.
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April 2026
What documents are needed for Annex IV? A complete reference for providers
Annex IV of the EU AI Act lists the technical documentation every high-risk AI system provider must produce. This guide breaks down each requirement and explains what regulators expect to see.
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