EU AI Act Transparency Rules Enter into Force
On 2 August 2026, a significant new phase of the EU AI Act took effect. New transparency obligations now apply to providers and deployers of certain AI systems, including chatbots, AI-generated content, deepfakes, emotion-recognition systems, and biometric categorisation tools.
CEN Develops Workshop Agreement on AI Professional Role and Educational Profiles
The European standardisation body CEN recently published a new reference document on AI professions: CWA 18398 “AI Professional Role Profiles and Educational Profiles”. The purpose of the agreement is to provide a common language for roles, competences and educational needs in the AI workforce,
IAT Joins Events on AI, Digital Education, and Research
Throughout June and July, the Informatics Association of Turkiye (IAT) co-oraganised and participated in various events on crucial aspects of the digital society.
EU Launches Action Plan on Cybersecurity and AI
The European Commission has unveiled a new Action Plan on Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence, aimed at addressing the growing cybersecurity risks associated with advanced AI models while also leveraging their potential to strengthen digital security.
European Commission Publishes Final AI Content Labelling Code of Practice
The European Commission has published the final Code of Practice on the marking and labelling of AI-generated content, providing practical guidance for organisations preparing for the AI Act’s transparency obligations, which will take effect on 2 August 2026.
Have Your Say: Consultation on Draft AI High-Risk Classification Guidelines
The European Commission has published draft guidelines clarifying how to classify high-risk artificial intelligence (AI) systems and is now inviting stakeholders to share their views.
StandICT.eu 2029 Calls for Experts on AI and Key Digital Technologies
StandICT.eu 2029 has opened its second Open Call, inviting ICT standardisation experts from across Europe to submit proposals for funded participation in global Standards Developing Organisations (SDOs). The deadline for applications is 24 April 2026.
International AI Safety Report Released, Warning of Growing Global Governance Gaps
A new International AI Safety Report has been published at internationalaisafetyreport.org, offering a comprehensive assessment of the capabilities, risks, and safeguards associated with advanced artificial intelligence systems. The report represents a major international scientific effort, drawing on contributions from more than 100 independent experts nominated by governments and international organisations.
First Draft of Code of Practice on Labelling AI-Generated Content Published
The European Commission has published the first draft of the Code of Practice on the marking and labelling of AI-generated content, in line with the roadmap to finalise the Code by June 2026.
EU Invests Over €307 Million to Boost Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies
The European Commission has announced a €307.3 million investment to strengthen Europe’s leadership in AI and other strategic digital technologies. The funding comes through two new calls launched under the “Digital, Industry and Space” cluster of the Horizon Europe Work Programme.
