Artificial Intelligence
AI adoption, regulation, ethics, and liability in legal practice; judicial AI use; AI hallucination cases
Ex-Davis Polk Attorney Launches AI Compliance Startup Leela with $4.6M Seed
Leela, founded by former Davis Polk attorney Preeti Krishnan, raises $4.6M seed to build AI-powered compliance solutions for U.S. financial firms.
California Passes Landmark AI Employment Laws Effective 2027
California enacts SB 947 and SB 951 to regulate AI in employment, requiring human oversight and disclosures in layoffs starting 2027.
Microsoft President Urges UK to Lead Urgent AI Regulation
Microsoft President Brad Smith calls on the UK to spearhead global AI safety regulations amid growing concerns over AI risks.
New Guide Helps Corporate Legal Leaders Navigate EU AI Act Compliance
The EU AI Act, effective August 2024, demands robust compliance strategies; a fresh guide offers actionable insights for corporate legal leaders navigating this complex landscape.
China Reforms Punitive Damages and Launches AI Early Warning Systems
China updates punitive damages laws and introduces AI early warning systems to boost industry quality and manage risks for multinationals.
Law & Order’s AI Murder Plot Reveals Legal Accountability Gaps
Law & Order season 26 premiere uses AI murder plot to highlight legal challenges in AI accountability and compliance for legal pros.
Study: 41% of Law Firms Struggle with Legal Tech Integration Issues
A new study reveals 41% of law firms are frustrated by legal tech integration, impacting efficiency and compliance strategies.
Transparency Challenges in Reconstructing AI-Assisted Decisions in eDiscovery
Legal professionals face new transparency and accountability challenges with AI-assisted decisions in eDiscovery workflows. Guidelines and human oversight are key.
Anthropic and OpenAI Plan ‘Day After’ Responses to AI Crisis
Anthropic and OpenAI prepare post-incident plans for AI-driven cyberattacks, emphasizing legal and compliance implications for managing AI risks.
Anthropic debuts AI Cyber Mission to defend vital infrastructure
Anthropic's AI Cyber Mission launched to enhance cybersecurity for critical infrastructure and open-source software, aiding legal and compliance teams.
ArentFox Schiff Shuts Down AI Chatbot, Chooses Third-Party Tools
ArentFox Schiff decommissions its AFSChat AI chatbot, adopting third-party tools like Harvey and Copilot to meet firm standards and enhance client service.
Cooley and Google Launch AI Tool to Speed Legal Document Redactions
Cooley partners with Google to develop an AI-assisted tool that helps lawyers efficiently redact sensitive information in court filings while maintaining control over final edits.
Judges Highlight AI Challenges and Education Gaps at Judicial AI Summit
At the inaugural Judicial AI Summit, judges discussed AI adoption challenges, hallucination risks, and the need for judicial AI education.
Singapore Mandates Independent Review for All FinTech AI Use Cases
Singapore's central bank requires independent review of all FinTech AI applications by 2027 to ensure risk management and financial stability.
Third Circuit Rules Against Fair Use for AI Training on Westlaw Headnotes
The Third Circuit ruled that using Westlaw headnotes to train AI legal tools is not fair use, setting key precedent for AI training data use.
Judge Dismisses Hiring Bias Suit Against Sirius XM’s AI Tools
A federal court dismissed a racial discrimination lawsuit alleging Sirius XM's AI hiring tools biased against Black applicants, setting legal standards for AI use in hiring.
Debevoise Considers New Pricing Models for AI Advisory Platform
Debevoise explores innovative pricing beyond billable hours for its AI platform STAAR, signaling shifts in Big Law client billing.
U.S. Employers Must Expand AI Compliance Beyond Domestic Laws
With global AI laws evolving, U.S. employers must adopt cross-border compliance strategies to avoid heavy fines and legal risks.
Former German Spy Chief August Hanning Arrested for Espionage
August Hanning, former head of Germany's BND, was arrested on espionage charges involving 2,000 classified documents and a parental abduction probe.
Vorys Rolls Out AI Personas to Replicate Lawyers' Insights
Vorys partners with Stanford LIFT Lab to deploy AI personas that mimic attorney insights, enhancing legal decision-making and efficiency.