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EDPB and EDPS support streamlining AI Act implementation but call for stronger safeguards to protect fundamental rights

Brussels, 21 January - The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) have adopted a Joint Opinion on the European Commission’s Proposal for the ‘Digital Omnibus on AI’.

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Jan 21, 2026 Source edpb.europa.eu

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Brussels, 21 January - The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) and the European Data Protection Supervisor (EDPS) have adopted a Joint Opinion on the European Commission’s Proposal for the ‘Digital Omnibus on AI’. The Proposal seeks to simplify the implementation of certain harmonised rules under the AI Act to ensure their effective application.The EDPB and the EDPS support the objective of addressing practical challenges relating to the implementation of the AI Act. Administrative simplification must not, however, lower the protection of fundamental rights. The Joint Opinion acknowledges the complexity of the AI landscape and welcomes efforts to ease burdens for organisations. However, certain proposed changes could undermine the protection of individuals in the context of AI. “Innovation and efficiency are crucial and can coexist with maintaining accountability of AI providers. We welcome EU-level regulatory sandboxes and simplified procedures to promote innovation and support SMEs

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