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Episode 9: Surviving the EU AI Act

🔗 Read the full article here: https://smartkeys.org/eu-ai-act-compliance/

In this episode of the SmartKeys podcast, we discuss the most significant shift in tech regulation since GDPR: the European Union’s AI Act.

Based on the guide "EU AI Act Compliance" by Felix Römer, we break down exactly what this means for SaaS founders and product managers—even those based outside of Europe. We explore the risk-based framework and why "flying under the radar" is no longer an option when fines can reach €35 million or 7% of global turnover.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The 4 Tiers of Risk: From "Unacceptable" (banned) to "Minimal" (unregulated)—and how to figure out where your tool fits.

• Provider vs. Deployer: The crucial difference between building the AI and simply using it, and what legal responsibilities come with each role.

• The "Brussels Effect": Why this European law will likely become the global standard for AI safety, forcing US companies to adapt or lose market access.

• Transparency Rules: What you need to disclose to users if your chatbots or emotional recognition systems interact with humans.

• The Compliance Roadmap: A timeline of what is banned right now vs. what you have 12–24 months to prepare for.

Stop hoping it won't affect you. Tune in to learn how to future-proof your AI strategy and turn compliance into a competitive advantage.

Resources mentioned:

• 🌐 Visit SmartKeys: https://smartkeys.org

Note: This episode features an AI-generated conversation based on source material from SmartKeys.org.