Appfarm and the EU AI Act

Appfarm provides a powerful and versatile application development platform that empowers customers to build innovative solutions. This includes the ability to easily integrate and leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) services and Large Language Models (LLMs). Additionally, we are actively exploring opt-in AI capabilities to enhance the developer experience in Appfarm Create.

Appfarm as an AI integration platform

Appfarm functions as an enabler for integrating AI technologies within software built on our platform. Appfarm itself does not currently provide the underlying AI models or services. This means our customers are responsible for:

• Selecting, implementing, and operating any AI technologies integrated into their Appfarm Solutions

• Ensuring their use of AI complies with applicable laws and regulations, including the European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) and other relevant data protection, privacy, and ethical guidelines

• Conducting due diligence on the AI services and models they choose to integrate

• Understanding the capabilities, limitations, and potential risks of these AI services and models

• Implementing appropriate safeguards and monitoring mechanisms for responsible and ethical AI use within their Solutions

Appfarm provides the tools and infrastructure to connect to external AI services, while customers who choose to integrate and utilize AI are responsible for its behavior, outputs, and compliance.

Guidance for AI integration in Appfarm Solutions

Before integrating any AI service into your Appfarm Solution, we recommend carefully considering the following:

1. Understand the EU AI Act classification framework Familiarize yourself with the requirements and classifications outlined in the EU AI Act. Determine if your intended use of AI falls under any of the prohibited or high-risk categories. Based on our current customer portfolio, the vast majority of AI use cases implemented with Appfarm will be classified as limited or minimal risk.

2. Select reputable AI providers Research and select AI service providers with clear documentation regarding their models, data usage policies, and compliance measures.

3. Assess data privacy and security Understand how the AI service handles data, including input data from your Appfarm Solution and the AI's outputs. Ensure compliance with GDPR and other relevant data protection regulations. Review the AI provider's security measures.

4. Evaluate potential risks and biases Be aware of potential biases inherent in AI models and assess the potential risks associated with their use in your specific application. Implement measures to mitigate these risks.

5. Ensure transparency and explainability Where applicable and required by law (especially for high-risk AI), strive for transparency in how the AI functions and consider explaining AI-driven decisions to your users.

6. Implement monitoring and auditing Establish mechanisms to monitor the integrated AI service's performance and behavior. Regularly audit its outputs to ensure it continues to meet your requirements and legal obligations.

7. Define clear use cases and limitations Clearly define the intended purpose of the AI integration within your Appfarm application and understand its limitations. Communicate these limitations to your users.

8. Consider ethical implications Carefully consider the ethical implications of using AI in your application and ensure it aligns with your organization's values and societal norms.

9. Document your integration Maintain thorough documentation of the AI services you integrate, their configuration, and the measures you have taken to ensure compliance and responsible use.

10. Seek legal counsel when needed If you have doubts or concerns regarding the legal implications of integrating AI into your Appfarm application, especially in relation to the EU AI Act, we advise seeking advice from legal professionals specializing in this area.

By providing this information and guidance, Appfarm aims to empower our customers to leverage the benefits of AI responsibly and in compliance with applicable regulations.

Appfarm Create's opt-in AI capabilities

Appfarm is actively exploring the integration of AI capabilities directly within our no-code development platform, Appfarm Create. These features will be offered on an opt-in basis and are designed to enhance the developer experience.

More information about specific features will be released in advance of their availability to our customers.

Key considerations for Appfarm Create's AI features

• AI capabilities within Appfarm Create are intended to assist with the development process and are not designed to be end-user facing AI within your deployed applications, unless explicitly stated otherwise for a specific feature

• The use of these AI features will be opt-in. They will only be available to customers who have read and understood Appfarm's AI Usage Policy and have explicitly chosen to use the integrated AI services

• Appfarm will provide clear documentation and information regarding the functionality, data usage, and any relevant considerations for each AI-powered feature within Appfarm Create

• While Appfarm strives to ensure the reliability and usefulness of these features, the ultimate responsibility for the design, functionality, and compliance of your deployed software remains with our customers