02 Jun 2026
Commission sets up expert bodies to strengthen AI Act enforcement
The European Commission has appointed a Scientific Panel and an Advisory Forum to support enforcement of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act. The two bodies will advise the Commission's AI Office and national authorities on applying rules, with members serving two-year terms.
The Scientific Panel will focus on general-purpose AI (GPAI) models and systems, systemic risks, model classification, evaluation methodologies and cross-border market surveillance. It cinsists of 60 world-leading independent experts with experience in frontier AI, engineering, technical auditing, industry and societal impact.
The Advisory Forum will provide independent technical expertise and advice on a broad range of issues related to the AI Act, including standardisation and implementation challenges. Its members come from academia, civil society and industry, including small and medium-sized enterprises and startups.
Key European Union agencies will have a permanent role in the forum, including the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights and the EU Agency for Cybersecurity, ENISA, as well as standardisation bodies.
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