On 7 May 2026, the European Parliament and the Council of the EU reached a provisional political agreement on the AI Omnibus — a targeted recalibration of the EU AI Act (Regulation (EU) 2024/1689). The reforms delay key deadlines, simplify obligations for smaller businesses, clarify how the AI Act interacts with sector-specific product [...]
A practical guide for organisations deploying AI in Europe, the UK, Ireland, and the US. Published: May 2026 | 5–8 min read | Keywords: DPIA, FRIA, GDPR Art. 35, AI Act Art. 27, Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment, Data Protection Impact Assessment, High-Risk AI, EU AI Act Compliance, AI Governance, Responsible AI [...]
Organizations across every industry are exploring AI tools that promise efficiency, innovation, and competitive advantage. But with the EU AI Act now in force, leaders must understand how AI systems are classified—especially General Purpose AI (GPAI) models, which are central to the law. At Symmetry Compliance, we help companies navigate these requirements with clarity and [...]
Recent developments in technology have positioned artificial intelligence (AI) systems as a central force driving innovation across industries. As AI systems become increasingly integrated into organizations, it's essential to align them with societal values and expectations while minimizing the risk of negative consequences. Responsible AI Principles aims to develop, deploy, and assess AI systems in [...]
AI must be designed to enhance and improve our daily life. Nevertheless, like every novel technology, its potential for good can be impacted by different factors, such as a faulty design. If the AI is designed to influence human behaviour this could have consequences on our autonomy or otherwise, self-determination. Ultimately, we don’t want to [...]
