New Artificial Intelligence Act

For the first time, the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) creates a legal framework for the development, marketing and use of AI systems. Thus, the EU Regulation directly affects all providers and commercial users of AI systems.The introductory volumeThe comprehensibly written handbook offers quick access to the complex regulatory structure of the EU Regulation. It becomes clear what companies must prepare for and where legal pitfalls lurk. You will find answers to initial questions about the new law on artificial intelligence in the EU, precisely and detailed:Which categories are AI systems divided into and which criteria apply for the risk classification?What are the obligations for providers and users of AI systems?What is the conformity assessment procedure for high-risk AI systems?How is compliance with the provisions of the AI Act enforced and what sanctions are imposed in the event of violations? Your benefitThe handbook explains the essential requirements of the AI Act step by step. Affected companies can recognise these in good time and apply them in a legally secure manner. In addition, questions of liability law are dealt with, taking into account the draft of the new AI Liability Directive.Target groupsIn-house counsel, companies, lawyers, market surveillance authorities, supervisory authorities, business and consumer associations, research institutions, non-governmental organisations, European institutions.AuthorsThe introductory volume is written by Prof. Dr. Janine Wendt, Head of Department of Civil Law and Corporate Law at the Technical University of Darmstadt and Prof. Dr. Domenik H. Wendt, LL.M., who holds the professorship for Civil Law, European Business Law and European Law at the Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences.