The European Union has published a General-Purpose AI Code of Practice designed to help companies comply with its landmark AI Act, which will come into effect on August 2, 2025. Developed by independent experts, the voluntary code provides guidance on transparency, safety, copyright protections for creators, and risk management for advanced AI models. The code aims to ensure that AI systems placed in the EU are safe and transparent, addressing systemic risks and safeguarding copyright-protected content. The European Commission emphasized that the code will serve as a backbone for the AI Act’s implementation, assisting businesses in navigating the new regulatory landscape. Several AI providers, including Mistral and OpenAI, have expressed their intention to sign the code, signaling industry engagement with the EU’s regulatory framework. The code has been recognized as a key benchmark for AI governance, especially as other regions such as India lack dedicated AI legislation addressing generative AI challenges.