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The EU AI Act (Regulation 2024/1689) enters its critical enforcement phase on August 2, 2026, when high-risk AI system obligations become applicable. Under the regulation, providers of high-risk AI systems must comply with Articles 9-15 requirements including risk management, data governance, transparency, human oversight, and accuracy standards. Non-compliance carries penalties up to €35 million or 7% of global annual turnover. GPAI model provider obligations have been in effect since August 2, 2025, requiring transparency disclosures and technical documentation. This deadline represents the most operationally demanding phase of the EU AI Act implementation, affecting enterprises deploying AI systems in healthcare, recruitment, education, law enforcement, and critical infrastructure sectors across the EU. Artificial Intelligence Act EU reported the core details. Hyperion Consulting noted additional context. Legiscope added corroborating details.