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AI Act – Introduction and Explanation on the AI Act

Publication date March 12, 2025

(Available in Dutch only) The AI Act sets rules for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the EU and will be implemented in phases. This document introduces the AI Act and explains key concepts and regulations. It helps educational institutions understand and comply with the law.

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What?

This document provides an introduction to the AI Act and AI regulations in the EU. It outlines key concepts and the phased implementation.

For whom?

Policy officers, IT and legal departments, administrators, and educators in vocational, higher, and university education dealing with AI systems and regulations.

Summary

The AI Act is a European law regulating AI systems based on risk classification (prohibited AI, high risk, transparency requirements). This document provides an initial understanding of the law, its impact on educational institutions, and organizations’ compliance roles. It also highlights relevant SURF and Npuls projects related to the AI Act, such as privacy and ethics, algorithm registers, and AI literacy. Questions or comments? Contact us at ai-act@surf.nl.