EU Model Register
Article 71 EU AI Act — public database for high-risk AI
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TL;DR
Article 71 EU AI Act plus Annex VIII: high-risk AI must be registered before being placed on the market. The Commission operates the register, which is publicly accessible (subject to protection of trade secrets).
What is the EU Model Register?
Mandatory registration content:
- Provider identity
- System designation and purpose
- Annex III area
- Member States where placed on the market
- Conformity-assessment data
Practical example
An HR AI tool provider registers in the EU database prior to market launch on 02 August 2026 (Digital Omnibus proposal of 19 November 2025: postponement to 02 December 2027 — trilogue in progress, not yet adopted). Updates required for material changes.
Frequently asked questions
Fine for missing registration?
Article 99 — up to EUR 7.5 million / 1.5%.
Who can access it?
Publicly accessible.