EU AI Act brings important changes!

With the entry into force of the new EU AI Act, providers and deployers of AI systems in the European Union have been obliged since 2 February 2025, under Article 4 EU AI Act, to take measures to ensure a sufficient level of AI literacy among their staff and other persons dealing with the operation and use of AI systems. This obligation requires the implementation of far-reaching measures which go beyond mere technical knowledge and concern the fulfilment of complex compliance requirements.

Article 3(56) EU AI Act defines “AI literacy” within the meaning of Article 4 EU AI Act as skills, knowledge and understanding that make it possible to make an informed deployment of AI systems, as well as being able to identify the opportunities and risks of AI and possible harm.

The creation of clear internal guidelines for best practices, ethical principles and compliance requirements specifically tailored to the deployment of AI will be of relevance in future with regard to mandatory internal organisation and the appropriate measures. In addition to this, continuous training and further education will be needed to be able to maintain the AI strategy. Providers and deployers of AI systems who do not take adequate measures risk committing compliance violations, which may also lead to consequences under liability law.

The requirements stipulated in Article 4 EU AI Act necessitate new corporate structures and a sense of responsibility in dealing with AI systems. This is why we have developed and now offer special training to become an “AI Officer / KI-Beauftragter” in line with Article 4 EU AI Act, including the award of a certificate, as part of our basic two-day training on “AI & Compliance”, which is held every two months. As proven experts, we provide compact, practical and scientifically sound training that equips participants with the knowledge to understand the requirements of the EU AI Act and implement them efficiently in their companies. By combining theoretical and practical aspects in our training, we ensure that participants can implement their newly gained knowledge immediately in their everyday work activities. Our training course thus enables companies to implement the statutory requirements in the best possible manner while minimising risks and seizing opportunities.

The next training is scheduled to be held in Cologne from 30 September/1 October 2025. Further planned training dates:

• 25 – 26 November 2025, Hanover
• 27 – 28 January 2026, Frankfurt
• 17 – 18 March 2026, Cologne
• 19 – 20 May 2026, Hanover
• 7 – 8 July 2026, Frankfurt

Register here now to secure your place.

We have also already started with the preparations for other specialised events, including on topics such as “Contract Design & AI”, “Cybersecurity & AI” and “AI for Decision Makers”. More details will follow.