Regulatory Updates
A living knowledge base tracking the evolving global AI governance landscape
Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act Takes Effect
The Colorado AI Act (SB 24-205) becomes effective (date extended from February 1 to June 30, 2026 by SB25B-004), requiring deployers of high-risk AI systems to conduct impact assessments and provide consumer notifications.
EU AI Act: GPAI and Governance Rules Applicable
General-purpose AI model obligations and governance provisions of the EU AI Act become applicable, requiring GPAI providers to comply with transparency and documentation requirements.
Japan Enacts AI Promotion Act
Japan enacts the AI Promotion Act, establishing a promotional legislative framework for AI research, development, and utilization, including the AI Strategy Headquarters.
EU AI Act: Prohibited AI Practices Applicable
Prohibitions on unacceptable-risk AI practices under the EU AI Act become applicable, including bans on social scoring, certain biometric systems, and manipulative AI.
EU AI Act Enters into Force
Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 — the Artificial Intelligence Act — enters into force, establishing the first comprehensive binding AI regulation globally.
Colorado AI Act Signed into Law
Colorado Governor signs SB 24-205, making Colorado the first U.S. state to enact comprehensive AI legislation with mandatory impact assessments for high-risk systems.
U.S. Executive Order on AI
President issues Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence, directing federal agencies on AI safety and governance.
China Generative AI Measures Take Effect
Interim Measures for the Management of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services become effective, making China the first country with binding generative AI regulation.
Upcoming Milestones
EU AI Act: High-risk AI system obligations (Annex III) become applicable
EU AI Act: Annex I high-risk systems embedded in regulated products become applicable