The EU AI Act Is Coming: What Businesses Need to Know Before August 2026
Jamie Buckley
Artificial Intelligence brings great opportunities in terms of automation and innovation. However, with innovation comes responsibility. The European Union’s AI Act, set to come into effect in August 2026, marks the world’s first comprehensive legal framework governing AI. With many organisations focussed on the opportunities of AI, the new legislation is a reminder that transparency, accountability and risk management also need to be prioritised.
This blog from IMSM explains that for organisations already working towards internationally recognised ISO standards, the transition may be more manageable than expected.