The regulation applies to providers of AI systems regardless of whether they are established in the Union or in a third country, and to deployers of AI systems established in the Union.
This recital clarifies the territorial scope of the regulation to ensure consistent application across the Union.
In order to ensure a level playing field and an effective protection of rights and freedoms of individuals across the Union, the rules established by this Regulation should apply to providers of AI systems in a non-discriminatory manner, irrespective of whether they are established within the Union or in a third country, and to deployers of AI systems established within the Union.