AI literacy obligations now in effect

posted on Feb 5, 2025
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The AI Act’s requirements on AI literacy went into effect on 2 February, which means organisations providing or deploying general-use AI systems must now implement adequate literacy measures for their staff. This is one of the few provisions that apply to all providers and deployers of AI systems, regardless of the category of risk.

The Act defines AI literacy as skills, knowledge, and understanding that enable stakeholders to make an informed deployment of AI systems and gain awareness of the opportunities and risks of AI. Literacy measures for staff can include training and reporting mechanisms.

Wondering what to do next? This webinar from the AI Strategy Institute can help you get up to speed.

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