On Aug. 1, 2024, the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) entered into force and will gradually take effect over the next 36 months. This marks not only the end of yet another legislative saga within the European Union but also the beginning of a new era in AI regulation. The AI Act creates an extensive regulatory framework which will affect businesses worldwide and across virtually every sector. Given that parts of the AI Act will apply starting Feb. 2, 2025, companies should consider developing and implementing compliance strategies now.

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Photo of Dr. Viola Bensinger Dr. Viola Bensinger

Viola Bensinger is Global Co-Chair of the Greenberg Traurig’s IP & Technology Practice Group and the Global Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice, and also chairs the Technology Practice in Germany. She advises clients from the technology, media, health care, automotive and other industries.

Photo of Paul Dürr Paul Dürr

Paul Dürr is an associate in the Technology, Media and Telecommunications practice group. He advises national and international companies on IP law, commercial law and regulatory issues, in particular on digital business concepts and platforms, e-commerce, technology, digital payment and financial services, intellectual…

Paul Dürr is an associate in the Technology, Media and Telecommunications practice group. He advises national and international companies on IP law, commercial law and regulatory issues, in particular on digital business concepts and platforms, e-commerce, technology, digital payment and financial services, intellectual property and data protection. Paul supports our clients on technology projects, co-operations, contracts and litigation.

Concentrations

  • IT and outsourcing
  • Media and technology
  • eCommerce
  • FinTech and payment services