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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