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Commission publishes Code of Practice on marking and labelling AI-generated content
The European Commission has published a Code of Practice focused on the marking and labelling of AI-generated content, which aims to ensure transparency as part of upcoming regulatory measures. This voluntary framework will assist AI developers in abiding by the transparency obligations outlined in the AI Act, effective from August 2026. Key provisions include mandatory labelling for deepfakes and AI-generated public interest content, addressing concerns of misinformation while also guiding users interacting with AI systems.
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Published 10 Jun 2026, 12:50 UTC1 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- European Commission publishes final Code of Practice.
- Framework to support compliance with upcoming AI Act.
- Mandatory labelling of AI-generated content from August 2026.
- Focus on preventing deception and enhancing user awareness.
- Voluntary guidelines aim to standardize practices among AI providers.
Interesting facts
- The Code is voluntary but encourages compliance among AI system providers.
- Regulations are designed to address both text and visual AI-generated content.
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