EUIPO Updates Guidelines on the Responsible Use of Generative AI Tools
14-Jun-2026
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Source : The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)
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Updated EUIPO guidelines strengthen the safe, transparent and responsible use of generative AI, reinforcing trust, legal compliance and high standards in the Office’s activities.
ALICANTE - The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has updated its guidelines for its staff on the responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools. The new framework sets out how GenAI can be used safely and transparently across the Office, while maintaining human oversight, data protection and legal compliance, according to the official website of EUIPO.
Issued by the EUIPO Executive Director João Negrão, Communication No 1/2026 replaces the 2023 guidelines and aligns the Office’s approach with the EU Artificial Intelligence Act and relevant European Commission guidance on the responsible use of AI.
Clearer rules
The updated guidelines also introduce clear rules on prompting and information handling, distinguishing between public, restricted, confidential and secret information. Particular attention is given to the protection of personal data, the verification of AI-generated outputs and the need for human oversight at all stages.
Human responsibility remains essential
The Communication highlights that staff remain fully responsible for any content generated with AI tools and reminds colleagues that AI outputs must always be critically reviewed for factual accuracy, bias, hallucinations and possible copyright issues before further use or dissemination.
Continuing AI upskilling across the Office
As part of the Office’s broader AI strategy and upskilling efforts, the mandatory AI Driving License training introduced in 2025 continues to apply to all new colleagues joining the Office.