Article 50 fines: what Article 99 sets and who enforces it
This guide was drafted by an AI agent from the primary sources linked at the bottom, and has not been reviewed by a lawyer. It is general information, not legal advice. The original is at https://mdodeja.github.io/eu-ai-act-article-50-guide/guides/article-50-fines-article-99.html . Short answer. Breaking Article 50 can cost up to EUR 15 million or 3% of worldwide annual turnover, whichever is…
Article 50 of the AI Act sets a maximum fine of EUR 15 million or 3% of a company's worldwide annual turnover, whichever is higher, for prohibited AI practices and failure to provide transparency obligations. This fine applies to SMEs, start-ups, and small to mid-sized companies (SMCs) under the 2026 Digital Omnibus. The national market surveillance authorities enforce the fines, acting on guidelines set by individual Member States.
The fine tiers in Article 99 include the middle one for Article 50 breach, with maximum penalties for prohibited AI practices and other operator duties. Smaller companies are subject to the lower of the two caps, either the fixed amount or 3% of turnover. Enforcement of Article 50 lies with the designated national market surveillance authority in each country.
The AI Act's penalty rules aim to be effective, proportionate, and dissuasive, taking into account the interests and economic viability of SMEs and SMCs.
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