In today’s episode, we’re diving headfirst into the tangled web of generative AI, deepfakes, and their potential to upend what we know as real. With the stakes higher than ever, we’re joined by Michael, a leading voice in the fight against AI-generated misinformation. He’ll guide us through how cutting-edge deepfake detection technology is working to
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IBM is developing new AI chips with Co-Packaged Optics (CPO)!
Networkworld.com reported that “IBM researchers are developing optical chips that are expected to significantly speed connectivity in data center systems, enabling better performance and lower energy costs for customers that need to build and support AI applications.” The December 9, 2024 article entitled “IBM optical chip prototype aims to speed AI computing and slash data…
At Long Last, Open AI Has Released Its Text To Video Creation Tool, Sora. But, You Can’t Use It.
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Meet Clio Duo: Your Firm’s New AI-Powered Partner
What if, instead of working longer hours, you could boost efficiency by eliminating time spent on administrative tasks, document reviews, client management, and drafting messages? More efficiency means more time for revenue-generating work. Meet Clio Duo, Clio’s cutting-edge AI solution that’s transforming the way lawyers work.
Powered by generative AI technology, Clio Duo streamlines…
GenAI is replacing automation jobs previously thought safe!
Computerworld.com reported that “Though the technology will likely lead to new jobs, they may not benefit those who lost work due to automation.” The December 4, 2024 article entitled “OECD: GenAI is affecting jobs previously thought safe from automation” (https://www.computerworld.com/article/3617281/oecd-genai-is-affecting-jobs-previously-thought-safe-from-automation.html) included these comments:
According to a new report from the Organization for Economic…
The Law Bytes Podcast, Episode 222: Robert Diab on Canadian Media’s Copyright Lawsuit Against OpenAI

Canada’s largest media companies came together recently to file a copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI, the owners of ChatGPT. I wrote about the suit, suggesting that the primary motivation behind the suit was likely the hope to kickstart settlement discussions with the hope of a licence. Robert Diab, a law professor at Thompson…
Communication, AI, and the Human Side of Law: Insights from Smokeball’s Jane Oxley
This week we welcome Jane Oxley, Chief Revenue Officer at Smokeball, to discuss the pivotal role of communication in legal organizations and how AI is transforming legal practice management. While normally in Australia, we were lucky enough to find Jane while she was working in Chicago, Jane shares her global perspective on communication…
Procedural Justice: What It Is and Why It’s Important
Treating people fairly and equitably when resolving conflict or disputes may seem like common sense, but it doesn’t always happen in practice—particularly in the justice system
In this post, we’ll explore procedural justice and why it’s important in the practice of law and the courtroom. We’ll also discuss the role technology can play—both in risks…
No big surprise that GPT-4 and Llama are competing big time!
InfoWorld.com reported that “Even as Meta touts its Llama model, the company is incorporating OpenAI’s GPT-4 to enhance internal tools and philanthropic ventures. Mark Zuckerberg has consistently championed Meta’s Llama AI model as a leader in generative AI technology, positioning it as a strong competitor to OpenAI and Google. However, behind the scenes, Meta is…
New Title: The Elgar Companion to Applied AI Ethics
Edited by Christoph Lütge, Alexander Kriebitz, Raphael Max and Caitlin C. Corrigan, Technical University of Munich, Germany Publication Date: 2024 ISBN: 978 1 80392 823 4 Extent: 432 pp This timely Companion provides a comprehensive overview of the relationship between applied ethics and the development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Adopting a holistic approach, an array of global experts…