In a world where AI is transforming every aspect of life, the first law in the world to regulate AI technology is the AI Act of the European Union (EU), which has been introduced to control the use of high-risk AI and protect human rights. This law will come into effect in 2025 and focuses on ensuring that AI is used safely and ethically, particularly in preventing violations of personal rights or misuse of data.

The AI Act categorizes AI risk levels into four tiers:

1. Unacceptable risk: AI systems that violate human rights are prohibited, such as social scoring systems or AI behavior analysis that could lead to discrimination.
2. High risk: These require authorization and oversight, such as AI used in healthcare, employment, and education, as errors in these areas could have severe consequences for life and property.
3. Limited risk: Users must be informed about the use of AI, and personal data handling requirements must be met to prevent privacy violations
4. Minimal risk: Everyday AI systems, like chatbots or content recommendation systems, will have less regulation but still need to disclose usage information for transparency.

Additionally, the AI Act empowers the European Artificial Intelligence Board to oversee AI usage and impose penalties for violations, including fines of up to 6% of a company's revenue for non-compliance.

The AI Act represents a significant step in establishing a legal framework for sustainability and responsibility. AI usage focuses on safety and ethics. Stakeholders involved in AI must prepare and comply with regulations to ensure smooth business operations within the EU in the future.

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