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Andre Rizzo
Founder & Lead Developer
Privacy··7 min read
EU AI Act: what Italian businesses need to know
EU AI Act enters full force August 2026.
First comprehensive AI regulation. Applies even outside EU if operating in EU market.
4 risk categories
Unacceptable (banned). High risk (HR, credit, biometrics). Limited (chatbots, deepfakes). Minimal (most uses).
Aug 2026 changes
High risk: EU registry, tech docs, risk management, oversight. Fines up to €35M or 7% revenue.
Action plan
Inventory, risk classification, gap analysis, AI Officer, vendor contracts.
Common mistakes
"Doesn't affect me": if you use and sell, it does. Confusing GDPR and AI Act.
FAQ
Are SMBs exempt?
No, simplified provisions for micro/small.
ChatGPT and AI Act?
Individual use no. Product integration yes.