European Commission Drafts AI Transparency Code
The Commission’s draft AI Code of Practice outlines voluntary transparency measures, including a common EU icon and watermarking, to help companies comply with AI Act deepfake rules.
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Commission Starts Drafting AI Act Code of Practice on GenAI Transparency
The Commission has started drafting an AI Act Code of Practice to clarify transparency duties for generative AI ahead of the AI Act’s application in August 2026.
EDPS launches first mapping of AI systems in EU institutions
EDPS has mapped high-risk AI use across EU institutions, preparing its market surveillance role under the AI Act and identifying priority areas such as AFSJ and AI in recruitment.
Commission opens antitrust probe into Google’s AI and YouTube data practices
The Commission is probing whether Google abused its dominance by using publishers’ and YouTube creators’ content for generative AI on unfair terms that also disadvantage rival AI developers.
Council backs EuroHPC changes to create AI gigafactories and quantum framework
The Council backs reforms to EuroHPC JU to enable EU-wide AI gigafactories, a dedicated quantum pillar and updated governance and funding rules.
FRA report exposes AI Act implementation gaps for fundamental rights in the EU
FRA warns that AI Act implementation is undermined by weak rights impact tools, unclear high-risk scope and ineffective oversight, urging broader safeguards for fundamental rights.
Commission launches AI Act whistleblower tool for secure reporting
The Commission’s new AI Act whistleblower tool offers a secure, confidential EU-wide channel to report suspected AI Act breaches directly to the EU AI Office.
Commission presents Digital Justice Package 2030
The EU’s Digital Justice package 2030 sets a strategic framework to digitalize justice systems and train justice professionals in digital and AI tools across the Union.
Commission presents European Democracy Shield and EU Strategy for Civil Society
The Commission’s Democracy Shield and Civil Society Strategy strengthen EU defenses against disinformation, support free media and elections, and expand protection and funding for civil society.
EU endorses Council of Europe AI equality recommendation
Council Decision (EU) 2025/2350 backs the Council of Europe’s AI equality recommendation, provided it stays fully consistent with the EU AI Act and imposes no additional obligations.