A couple of weeks ago we asked readers of this blog to answer a couple of questions on their organisation’s use of (generative) artificial intelligence, and we promised to circle back with the results. So, drum roll, the results are now in.
In January 2025, the Copyright Office released Part 2 of its anticipated three-part series on copyright and artificial intelligence (AI). The report discusses copyrighting works that include AI-generated content and provides guidance for applicants seeking protection of such work.
Part 2 emphasizes the importance of “human authorship,” as works purely generated by AI or works
In recent days, the Biden administration’s reliance on export controls to curb China’s AI advancements has come under increasing scrutiny, particularly following the release of China’s DeepSeek R1 chatbot. This development raises concerns that prior U.S. restrictions have failed to slow China’s progress while potentially undermining U.S. global competitiveness in AI hardware and computing ecosystems.
We are pleased to announce that we will be participating in the California Lawyers Association Privacy Law Section’s 2025 Annual Privacy Summit in Los Angeles, CA.
Join Alan Friel for a session on CA Rulemaking: Unpacking the CCPA cybersecurity audit, privacy risk assessment regulations, and ADMT. The panel will review the draft ADMT regulations, interpret
Start the new year with valuable insights and learning opportunities from SPB’s Julia Jacobson and Kyle Dull, featuring key events and contributions shaping the future of technology, privacy, and law in 2025.
Discover cutting-edge insights and actionable strategies on cybersecurity, data privacy and legal compliance from SPB partners Scott Warren and Charmian Aw during these upcoming events in Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
Indonesia & SE Asia: 10th International Arbitration & Corporate Crime Summit12 December 2024 | Jakarta, IndonesiaHear from Scott Warren as he chairs the
Nineteen states have followed the lead of California and passed consumer privacy laws. Three went into effect this year and eight will become effective in 2025. The remainder become effective in 2026. Charts at the end of this post track effective dates (see Table 1) and applicability thresholds (see Table 2). While there are many
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If you subscribe to the view that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is going to change life as we know it, then you will have a vested interest in the semiconductor industry. Semiconductors, or chips, are the workhorses behind AI and nearly every modern digital technology. Chips are so vital
As we predicted a year ago, the Plaintiffs’ Bar continues to test new legal theories attacking the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in courtrooms across the country. Many of the complaints filed to date have included the proverbial kitchen sink: copyright infringement; privacy law violations; unfair competition; deceptive and acts and practices; negligence;
SPB’s Julia Jacobson and Kyle Dull are offering insights at three webinars next week. Details are below or please reach out for more information.
The Evolving Role of the Privacy Officer: Challenges and Preparation (PrivacyConnect Live Webinar)
Tuesday, November 12 at 11 a.m. ET
Join Julia Jacobson a discussion with three experienced privacy officers who