Artificial Intelligence
AI adoption, regulation, ethics, and liability in legal practice; judicial AI use; AI hallucination cases
Thomson Reuters Unveils Beta of 'Trustworthy' Legal AI, CoCounsel
Thomson Reuters launches beta of CoCounsel Legal AI, focused on reliable, auditable outputs for law firms and in-house teams. Industry experts call for independent validation.
Legora Acquires Qura to Deepen AI Legal Research Capabilities
Stockholm-based Legora acquires Swedish startup Qura to expand its AI-driven legal research offerings, signaling continued consolidation in the legal tech market.
Claude AI Targets 25-40% of In-House Legal Tech Budgets by 2031
Claude AI forecasts a 25-40% share of in-house legal tech spending by 2031, signaling pressure on industry incumbents and prompting in-house teams to reassess tech strategies.
Anthropic Tells Court: No Remote Kill Switch for Pentagon AI Deployments
Anthropic admits no remote 'kill switch' for AI models used by the Pentagon. Legal and compliance questions mount as a court blocks blacklisting and the NSA continues usage.
Legal AI's High Error Rate Sparks Courtroom Concerns
Legal AI tools show 17–34% error rates, raising regulatory scrutiny and courts' caution as legal professionals face new risks from AI-generated misinformation.
Stanford Law Warns: AI Can't 'Forget' Genomic Data, Raising Privacy Stakes
Stanford Law details how AI models make enforcing the right to be forgotten nearly impossible for genomic data, highlighting major privacy and regulatory risks for health tech.
Musk Admits Millions of Teslas Need Upgrades for Full Self-Driving
Elon Musk reveals millions of Teslas require hardware upgrades for full autonomy, heightening legal and regulatory risks amid fraud lawsuits and federal investigations.
Global Law Firms Unite to Drive AI Innovation in Legal Tech
Hogan Lovells, Cadwalader, and over 15 global law firms launch an AI-focused alliance to develop technology, set standards, and train lawyers for the future of legal services.
AI seen as vital—but not a substitute—for justice systems under strain
AI is being integrated into global justice systems to boost efficiency and access. Experts argue it won’t replace judges but may become essential as court caseloads rise.
OpenAI Briefs Governments on GPT-5.4-Cyber Ahead of Launch
OpenAI is briefing U.S. and Five Eyes agencies on its new GPT-5.4-Cyber AI tool, signaling a government-focused launch and raising key legal and regulatory questions.
Unauthorized Group Gains Access to Anthropic's Mythos AI Cyber Tool
Anthropic's Mythos AI, designed to find cybersecurity vulnerabilities, was accessed by unauthorized third parties—raising urgent concerns for legal AI security.
AI Efficiency Creates New Business Development Hurdles for Law Firms
AI adoption boosts law firm efficiency but exposes gaps in business development and revenue models. Leaders must rethink strategy to sustain growth amidst rapid change.
AI Drives Shift in Legal Business Models, Says DayTwo Founder Chaduteau
DayTwo’s Olivier Chaduteau and legal experts outline how AI is dismantling the billable hour and pushing law firms toward value-based, tech-enabled business models.
Only 22% of Law Firms Have a Formal AI Strategy, Study Finds
A Thomson Reuters report finds just 22% of law firms have a formal AI strategy, with billions in potential savings left untapped by slower adoption.
States enact new laws targeting AI in workplace surveillance
Colorado, Texas, and Illinois pass new laws in 2026 to regulate workplace AI and monitoring, raising compliance stakes for employers and legal counsel.
Sullivan & Cromwell Apologizes for AI Hallucinations in Court Filing
Sullivan & Cromwell's court filing with AI-generated false citations spotlights rising risks and ethical concerns as more law firms adopt generative AI tools for legal work.
Generative AI Adoption Surges in Legal Research
A new analysis shows generative AI is rapidly transforming legal research, accelerating adoption rates among lawyers and driving major investments from incumbents and startups alike.
DHS Seeks $7.5M for Biometric Smart Glasses for ICE Agents
DHS has requested $7.5M to develop smart glasses with biometric ID for ICE agents, raising privacy and legal issues for counsel and legal tech specialists.
AI-drafted employment contracts spark legal concerns for employers
Experts warn that AI-generated employment contracts often miss key legal provisions and local compliance, exposing companies to real enforcement, liability, and regulatory risks.
Mississippi Mandates AI Training for Law Students, Sets Statewide Guidelines
Mississippi launches AI certification at MC Law, executive orders for AI inventory, and new legislation, marking a major shift in legal education and public sector policy.