In a recent advancement within the AI legal landscape, a D.C. federal judge has ruled that AI-generated artwork cannot be copyrighted. The Verge reports that the plaintiff, Stephen Thaler, utilized his own algorithm to create the debated artwork, further blurring the line between artist and AI.
Renowned firm ArentFox Schiff recently issued a comprehensive legal guide for industries navigating AI. Spanning a total of 60 pages, the report highlights key AI-related concerns across 13 industries.
Arati Prabhakar, the director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, underscored the role of human bias in AI and data privacy during her interview with the Associated Press. Prabhakar expressed an optimistic view regarding the shared responsibility between the private sector and government in implementing AI regulations.
Regulating new technologies like AI isn’t always a swift process. A recent article from The New York Times discussed how the U.S. can falter when it comes to regulating emerging technologies, citing potential barriers such as a lack of technical expertise among legislators and striking a delicate balance between safety and innovation.
A survey conducted by the ABA Journal analyzed the attitudes of attorneys towards AI. The results pointed to a significant portion of the professions’ belief that AI implementation can enhance productivity and profits, particularly in research and writing tasks.
Lawyers grappling with the challenge of integrating AI when developing strategic thought leadership can find practical advice in The Legal Intelligencer, where attorney-turned-PR-expert Wayne Pollock offers a robust framework to maximize the strengths of AI tech.