A holistic overview of EU AI Act developments in 2025: phased implementation, political milestones, national implementation, business reactions, and an outlook on crucial deadlines in 2026.
Read moreThe first draft of the Code of Practice on transparency in AI content has been published. This article shows how to implement Article 50 in processes, tooling and UI, with a clear separation between provider and deployer obligations.
Read moreThe European Commission has published a first draft of a Code of Practice on transparency around AI-generated and AI-manipulated content. This article analyzes the requirements for providers and deployers, and offers practical guidance for implementation.
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AGI is not a well-defined concept, but a spectrum of increasingly broad and autonomous AI systems. The EU AI Act doesn't regulate AGI as a label, but does cover it through general-purpose AI rules and risk-based requirements. How do you implement AGI-like systems responsibly?
Read moreAI alignment sounds like a technical topic for labs and researchers, but in practice it affects executives, regulators and product teams daily: does an AI system truly do what we intend? Whether Europe adequately tackles this with legislation depends on which layer of alignment you mean.
Read moreFrom the European AI Office to national supervisors: discover which agencies and authorities will enforce the EU AI Act and what this means for your organization.
Read moreThe European Commission has opened a consultation on the setup and operation of AI regulatory sandboxes. This article analyzes Article 57 and provides practical guidance for sandbox preparation toward August 2026.
Read moreThe European Banking Authority publishes a detailed mapping exercise showing how the AI Act relates to existing banking and payments law. For AI systems used in credit assessment: not an entirely new compliance universe, but an additional layer on CRR/CRD, DORA, and EBA Guidelines.
Read moreThe Digital Omnibus aims to streamline Europe's fragmented digital rulebook. When a draft version leaked, organizations raised alarms. On November 19, the Commission published the official proposals. What survived and what was adjusted?
Read moreThe European Commission is working on the Digital Omnibus to simplify digital legislation. But civil society organizations warn: this goes beyond technical adjustments. Analysis of leaked drafts reveals changes to GDPR, AI Act and e-Privacy that could weaken fundamental protection.
Read moreSeven lawsuits against OpenAI expose how ChatGPT allegedly encouraged vulnerable users toward suicide and reinforced delusional thinking. Claims range from wrongful death to product liability, raising questions about the speed of GPT-4o's release and the absence of crisis detection.
Read moreThe European Data Protection Supervisor published a revised version of its GenAI guidance on October 28, 2025. With a practical compliance checklist, clear role definitions, and concrete guidance from development to management, it becomes clearer what organizations must do when deploying generative AI.
Read moreCEN and CENELEC have taken exceptional measures to deliver core standards for the EU AI Act faster. With a clear timeline toward 2026, compliance is becoming increasingly concrete. Discover what this means and how you can prepare today.
Read moreUntil November 7, 2025, the European Commission is requesting feedback on the draft guidance and reporting template for reporting serious AI incidents. For organizations deploying AI in safety-critical domains, this is THE moment to participate in shaping the harmonized reporting chain.
Read moreThe EU AI Act is getting a Scientific Panel of 60 independent experts who will lay the technical foundation for policy and supervision from 2026. What does this scientific advisory layer mean for organizations working with GPAI and high-risk AI?
Read moreThe Dutch DPA publishes a follow-up guidance on AI literacy. Not as a standalone campaign, but as a blueprint for how organizations structurally embed AI knowledge. Since February 2025, the obligation from the AI Regulation applies; supervision starts in August 2026.
Read moreWhile organizations set up their official AI governance, a parallel universe of unauthorized AI tools is growing. Research shows that 90% of AI applications in companies are not approved by IT, with all associated compliance risks.
Read moreThe Dutch Data Protection Authority tested four AI chatbots as voting guides and discovered an alarming pattern: more than half of all recommendations went to just two parties, regardless of the voter profile entered. What does this mean for organizations offering chat functionality?
Read moreWith the explosive growth of AI in products and services, it's essential to incorporate AI aspects from the design phase. Just as privacy by design and security by design became mandatory, AI by design is now the new reality to prevent compliance from becoming a bottleneck later.
Read moreThe European Commission and EDPB published joint guidelines clarifying for the first time how the Digital Markets Act and GDPR intersect. For gatekeepers like Meta, Google, and Apple, this represents a fundamental shift in how they must obtain consent and combine data.
Read moreIn October 2025, the EU expands its AI Factories network with six new locations, including the Netherlands. An analysis of what this infrastructure means for SMEs and startups seeking access to advanced AI capacity.
Read moreOn October 8, 2025, the European Commission launched the 'Apply AI' initiative: €1 billion to deploy AI in key industries. This marks a strategic shift from pure regulation to actively stimulating AI adoption, focused on technological sovereignty and competitiveness.
Read moreAmsterdam District Court rules that Meta's automatic reset to algorithmic feed is a prohibited 'dark pattern.' Meta gets 2 weeks to make chronological timeline permanent or faces €100,000 daily penalty.
Read moreThe Dutch Data Protection Authority actively warns against LinkedIn's plans to use user data for AI training. An analysis of the privacy implications and what this means for GDPR compliance.
Read moreResponsible AI determines whether algorithms deliver value without harming people and whether your organization gains or loses trust. From international principles to operational discipline: a practical guide with concrete examples, proven approaches, and recurring pitfalls.
Read moreWhile penalty provisions have been in effect since August 2025, reality shows a fragmented picture of enforcement readiness. An analysis of compliance gaps, national authorities, and practical preparation steps.
Read more2025 marks a pivotal year in AI Governance: from experimental frameworks to operational compliance. An analysis of dominant trends, practical challenges, and strategic opportunities for organizations.
Read moreFrom a ‘voluntary’ GPAI Code to a practical vendor‑assurance process with clear evidence, workable obligations, and a realistic path to EN standards.
Read moreThe EU has published a Code of Practice for general-purpose AI (GPAI) that helps providers demonstrably comply with transparency, copyright and safety requirements. Formally voluntary, but practically a translation of AI Act obligations. Learn how to anchor this contractually with concrete clause examples.
Read moreThe European Union's General Court dismisses the appeal against the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. An important milestone providing clarity after years of uncertainty around international data transfers.
Read moreThe European Commission has published an official template for model providers to publish a public-friendly summary of their training content. A practical guide to comply with transparency obligations for general-purpose AI models.
Read moreThe AI Regulation requires each member state to have at least one operational AI regulatory sandbox by August 2026. The Netherlands has published a detailed design proposal. Discover how the process works and what your organization can prepare practically.
Read moreA comprehensive legal analysis of all mandatory risk assessments under the EU AI Act, including conformity assessments, FRIAs, and specific requirements for GPAI models and biometric systems.
Read moreThe European Commission withdrew the AI Liability Directive in February 2025 due to lack of consensus. This has significant implications for AI liability within the EU.
Read moreNeed a DPIA or FRIA? Discover the 5 key differences between these impact assessments + download practical checklist. Complete comparison table for EU AI Act compliance.
Read moreThe European Commission has officially recognized the voluntary code of practice for AI models as a legitimate compliance instrument under the AI regulation. While OpenAI, Google, xAI and Anthropic sign, Meta refuses participation and the US criticizes the European approach.
Read moreThe European Commission published guidelines on July 29, 2025, explaining when software qualifies as an AI system. This definition determines the entire scope of the AI Act. Discover what the seven elements mean in practice and when your tools do or do not fall under the regulation.
Read moreSince the introduction of the Dutch Government's Algorithm Registry in 2022, the Netherlands has been internationally recognized as a pioneer in transparent algorithm administration. Currently, approximately one thousand algorithms are registered and the registry grows daily.
Read moreThe Dutch Data Protection Authority recently published comprehensive guidelines on meaningful human oversight in automated decision-making. In this blog, I translate the main principles into concrete lessons for organizations that want to work responsibly with data-driven decisions.
Read moreOn July 10, 2025, the European Commission published the definitive General-Purpose AI Code of Practice. An analysis of which companies are signing, refusing, or still deliberating – and why.
Read moreThe Dutch Data Protection Authority concludes in its semi-annual report that AI systems for emotion recognition are built on 'disputed assumptions' and pose risks for discrimination and privacy violations.
Read moreOn July 10, 2025, the European Commission published the definitive Code of Practice for general-purpose AI models. A practical analysis of the new transparency, safety and copyright obligations.
Read moreA practical guide based on the guidance from the Dutch Data Protection Authority (AP) for implementing AI literacy in your organization, in line with the EU AI Act.
Read moreA complete handbook for government organizations on EU AI act implementation, focusing on deadlines, obligations, and practical compliance steps for the public sector.
Read moreEleven months after the EU AI Act came into force: the first prohibitions apply, employees must be demonstrably AI-literate, and consultations are flying around Brussels. A practical update on all major developments.
Read moreA detailed explanation of the eight sectors classified as high-risk under the EU AI Act, with practical compliance tips for organizations.
Read moreWhy can we often not understand AI? This blog dives into the 'black box' of AI and explains why explainability (XAI) is essential for trust, fairness, and control, especially in light of the EU AI Act.
Read moreHow do we as humans maintain grip on AI? This blog discusses concrete ways to maintain control, with examples and tips based on the EU AI Act.
Read moreAn in-depth analysis of the EU AI act implementation in 2025, focusing on initial applications, Commission guidelines, and implications for businesses.
Read moreIn this blog post, we explain how AI sandboxes enable innovation under the EU AI Act. A practical guide to testing AI systems in a safe environment, with special focus on SMEs and startups.
Read moreFrom February 2, 2025, all employees working with AI must be sufficiently AI literate. Learn how to prepare your organization in time for this new EU AI Act requirement.
Read moreDiscover how the EU AI Act affects start-ups and SMEs. From compliance requirements to practical tips, including exceptions and supporting measures for smaller companies.
Read moreA practical guide for organizations on how to comply with the new privacy requirements of the EU AI Act in 2025.
Read moreHow is Europe positioning itself in the global AI race? Discover the balance between groundbreaking innovation and smart regulation that the EU strives for.
Read moreFrom boardroom to workplace: practical guidelines for implementing responsible AI systems within your organization.
Read moreWhich AI applications will no longer be allowed? A clear explanation of the boundaries Europe sets for artificial intelligence.
Read moreAn analysis of how the EU AI Act will influence different sectors and businesses.
Read moreWho is responsible for what in AI development and usage? Discover the roles and duties of all players in the AI chain.
Read moreWhen do we actually speak of AI? Dive into the official definition and discover why the EU opts for a broad interpretation of artificial intelligence.
Read moreDiscover the world's first comprehensive AI legislation. What does this milestone mean for the future of artificial intelligence in Europe?
Read moreA general exploration of the EU AI Act and its key aspects.
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