European Union: Establishment of the Signatory Taskforce of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice

On 2 February 2026, the AI Office announced the establishment of the Signatory Taskforce of the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice, with the aim of facilitating the coherent application of the Code as a voluntary tool supporting compliance with European Union rules for general-purpose AI models under the Artificial Intelligence Act. The Taskforce is chaired by the AI Office and provides participating Signatories with a forum to exchange views relevant to implementation of the Code. It may provide input on guidance documents without prejudice to ongoing public consultations, facilitate exchanges on technological developments, and gather and share research, independent expert input, and evidence relevant to the Code’s commitments and measures. The Taskforce meets as required to carry out its objectives, at least yearly, with meetings convened and facilitated by the AI Office.