Partner Perspectives: The global reach of the EU AI Act

In this episode of our Partner Perspectives video series, White & Case partners Clara Hainsdorf, Tim Hickman and Sylvia Lorenz discuss the phased rollout of the EU AI Act, its implications for businesses worldwide and how it differs from other regulations. Key obligations of this complex legislation take effect on August 2. To accurately understand their compliance positions, businesses must review their AI footprints and develop compliance plans—without delay.

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