Source: Mayer Brown

The EU AI Act has introduced significant changes to how AI resellers and distributors operate, particularly in terms of compliance and accountability. The act imposes new obligations on AI providers and resellers to ensure transparency, safety, and legal conformity for all AI systems distributed within the EU.

Resellers must now verify that AI systems comply with risk-based classification requirements, including documentation for high-risk systems. Contracts between AI providers and resellers will need to include clear provisions for liability, data sharing, and compliance audits, increasing the administrative burden on both parties.

The publication underscores the need for resellers to adapt their business models to align with the EU AI Act, which prioritizes consumer protection and ethical practices. The act is expected to create a ripple effect across global markets, influencing similar regulatory frameworks outside the EU.