Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how we interact with information, but its hunger for high-quality data has created a collision course with copyright law. This conflict takes center stage in the recent case of Bartz et al. v. Anthropic PBC, where acclaimed authors challenged Anthropic’s use of their books to train the company’s popular Claude AI … Read more
Disney and NBCUniversal have initiated a landmark federal lawsuit against Midjourney, a generative AI company, accusing it of massive copyright infringement involving unauthorized use of their copyrighted characters to train its AI and generate images and soon videos. The 110-page complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, alleges that … Read more
As artificial intelligence technologies continue to evolve and permeate various industries, the legal landscape surrounding their use becomes increasingly complex. One of the critical aspects that legal professionals must navigate is indemnification, particularly as it pertains to AI companies and their customers. This blog post explores the significance of indemnification in the context of AI, … Read more
The emergence of AI-generated content platforms like SORA has ushered in a new era of creative possibilities, simultaneously unveiling a complex legal landscape fraught with challenges. At the forefront of these challenges lies defamation, a critical issue that highlights the tension between technological innovation and personal reputation. Defamation law has long protected individuals from false … Read more
The U.S. Intelligence Community (IC) is a federation of 18 organizations, including the CIA, the NSA and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. It gathers and analyzes intelligence to conduct foreign relations and national security activities. The IC has recently interim guidance providing critical framework for how U.S. intelligence agencies can leverage artificial … Read more
The New York Times reports that a groundbreaking study published in JAMA Network Open has revealed that artificial intelligence, specifically ChatGPT-4, demonstrated superior diagnostic capabilities than human physicians. This development raises important questions about medical liability, standard of care and the future integration of AI in healthcare settings. The research, led by Dr. Adam Rodman … Read more
The U.S. Department of Labor has unveiled comprehensive guidance on artificial intelligence in the workplace, marking a significant shift in how the federal government approaches workplace automation. This initiative, spearheaded by Acting Secretary Julie Su and responding to President Biden’s Executive Order on AI, provides a detailed framework for both AI developers and employers to … Read more
The legal profession potentially stands at the threshold of another transformative shift with Anthropic’s latest advancement in artificial intelligence, its Claude Computer Use (CCU). This new capability allows the AI to autonomously control computers, performing tasks that previously required human intervention, such as navigating files, running applications and executing complex workflows. This advancement holds great … Read more
The California legislature has taken a bold step into artificial intelligence regulation with the passage of California AI Transparency Act. This groundbreaking legislation establishes new requirements for major AI providers operating in California. It is set to take effect in January 2026. At its core, the Act targets providers of generative AI systems that have … Read more
As artificial intelligence continues to permeate various aspects of our daily lives, one can only wonder: Will AI make us lazy? This blog post explores the potential for AI to influence human behavior, particularly in terms of reducing motivation and effort, and examines the legal implications that may arise from this phenomenon. Task Automation and … Read more
This post is a counterpiece to a previous post in which I laid out the ways artificial intelligence can be helpful to the average person. While AI undoubtedly offers numerous benefits, it’s crucial to examine the potential drawbacks and risks associated with this powerful technology. In this post, we’ll explore the ways in which AI … Read more
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, artificial intelligence has emerged as a powerful tool for protecting the average person. This blog post explores the various ways AI contributes to public safety and security, while considering the legal implications and necessary safeguards. Enhancing Cybersecurity. AI systems play a crucial role in defending against cyber threats. By … Read more