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EU AI Omnibus enters into force, extending high-risk timelines

The European Commission's digital omnibus update to the AI Act took effect July 27, delaying some high-risk obligations while August transparency rules still approach.

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On July 27, 2026, the European Commission said the AI Omnibus entered into force across the EU. The measure amends the AI Act with extended high-risk application dates, broader simplification for small and mid-cap companies, expanded sandbox access, and additional safety and governance updates. Separately, independent reporting notes that AI Act transparency labelling obligations still take effect August 2, 2026. This story covers the Omnibus entry into force; it is distinct from Cin Nova's earlier explainer on the August transparency milestone.