New Study Provides Guidance on Designing the AI Act Code of Practice
A new study by Yann Padova and Sebastian Thess, commissioned by the Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA Europe), titled “The AIA Code of Practice – Opportunities & Challenges” has been recently published. It provides concrete recommendations for designing the AI Act’s upcoming code of practice for providers of general-purpose AI (GPAI) models, which are crucial for the success of the European AI ecosystem. The European Commission will commence the drafting process in the second half of September.
The study underscores the immense potential of GPAI for society and warns that a poorly drafted GPAI code of practice could stifle innovation within the European Union. Therefore, the success of this code is paramount. The authors draw on the EU’s past (co-)regulatory experiences to identify key factors for the code’s success, emphasizing the need for alignment with international emerging approaches and standards, legal clarity, and an effective drafting process.
Padova and Thess highlight the significant role GPAI providers must play in drafting the code, given their unique expertise and position as primary subjects of these rules. The study advises focusing on operationalizing the rules introduced by the AI Act, while avoiding discussions on topics outside the Act’s scope, such as the EU copyright framework.
By aligning the EU framework with international standards and ensuring legal clarity, the study aims to facilitate a smooth drafting process. The authors stress that GPAI providers’ involvement is essential for creating a practical and effective code of practice, which will ultimately support innovation and growth in the European AI sector.
