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Cyprus
AI Regulation

Regulation enactedSummary last updated: 22 Mar 2026

Current position

Overview

AI legislation has been enacted.

Key legislation & sources

  • EU AI Act (Regulation 2024/1689)

  • Deputy Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy

  • EU AI Act National Implementation Tracker

  • Council of Europe Framework Convention on AI (CETS 225)

EU AI ACT

The EU AI Act (Regulation 2024/1689) applies directly across all member states. Prohibitions on unacceptable-risk AI systems have been in force since 2 February 2025; GPAI model rules since 2 August 2025. High-risk AI obligations are due from 2 August 2026, subject to the Digital Omnibus proposal which may defer enforcement. For the full implementation timeline, governance structure, and current status, see the European Union overview.

COUNTRY SUMMARY

The Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy coordinates implementation. Three fundamental rights authorities have been identified. Cyprus has not signed the Council of Europe Framework Convention on AI.

Regulatory developments

Latest updates

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