The Code is voluntary and sets out practical steps to help **providers **and **deployers **of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems meet the AI Act transparency obligations that will apply from 2 August 2026.
From that date, the AI Act will require clear labelling in key cases. **D****eepfakes **and **AI-generated or AI-manipulated text published on matters of public interest **must be clearly labelled. Users must also be informed when they are interacting with an **interactive AI system**, such as a chatbot. These transparency requirements help people recognise when content has been generated or altered by AI, reducing the risk of deception and manipulation.
Read the [press release](https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_1328) and find more information:
source & further reading
digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu — original article
Info session - Code of practice for transparency of AI-generated content & signature process
EDIH Summit 2026: Strengthening the AI Innovation Ecosystem
Communication on European Tech Sovereignty, and an EU Open-Source Strategy