Article 57 · Chapter VI: Measures in Support of Innovation
AI Regulatory Sandboxes
Cross-cutting
Summary
Each Member State must establish at least one AI regulatory sandbox at national level by 2 August 2026, providing a controlled environment for the development, training, validation and testing of innovative AI systems before placing on the market, with regulatory guidance and supervision.
Key obligations
- Member States: establish at least one national sandbox
- Sandboxes provide regulatory guidance to participants
- Free access for SMEs and start-ups