Decree 179 is an Italian legislative measure reported to align national law with the EU Artificial Intelligence Act and establish how its rules are enforced in Italy. It sits within a broader framework that assigns roles to multiple authorities, including cybersecurity, market, financial-sector, insurance, and data-protection regulators.
For organizations that develop or use AI, the decree matters because the authority and procedure involved may depend on the system, sector, and type of alleged breach. It does not make every violation subject to the same penalty: the AI Act sets different fine ceilings for different infringement categories. Practical preparation includes keeping current records of AI systems, risk assessments, testing, approvals, changes, and monitoring. Clear documentation can help demonstrate how a system was assessed and governed if an authority conducts a review. The precise division of powers and handling of overlaps may depend on the applicable rules and circumstances.