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Fusion42 · 3 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The Digital Omnibus regulation introduced in July 2026 postpones the application of high-risk AI system rules under the EU AI Act, delays key deadlines, and simplifies compliance requirements while maintaining some transparency obligations effective from August 2026.
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Founders deploying high-risk AI in Europe must now revise compliance timelines and train staff on evolving AI literacy obligations while preparing for stricter prohibited use rules in December 2026. Your compliance plan needs urgent updating to capture the delayed deadlines and new transparency demands or risk regulatory penalties.
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