In this episode of the State Bar of Texas Podcast, host Rocky Dhir welcomes Shawn Tuma, a past chair of the State Bar of Texas Computer & Technology Section and co-chair of the Cyber, Data, and AI Practice at Spencer Fane, to discuss a range of recently enacted technology laws, helping attorneys understand their purpose, implications for legal practice, and considerations related to technology competence. As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, new Texas laws are establishing a foundational framework for its governance, with a focus on the prevention of harm and ethical use. The two explore key legislation including the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act, Texas Cyber Command, and Cybersecurity Safe Harbor, offering insights into emerging best practices for technology in legal practice.
Shawn Tuma is an attorney widely recognized in data, privacy, and cyber law, areas in which he has practiced for over two and a half decades. He is a past chair of the State Bar of Texas Computer & Technology Section and co-chair of the Cyber, Data, and AI Practice at Spencer Fane, where he is managing partner of the firm’s Collin County office.
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