–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.
–Market surveillance and notifying authorities were designated by S.I. No. 366/2025 in September 2025. Ireland is the EU base of operations for major AI developers including Meta, Google and TikTok, giving Irish authorities heightened cross-border oversight responsibilities under the Act's one-stop-shop mechanism.