AI harms, copyright reform and new investment: five legal tech stories you might have missed
1. Calls for clarity on AI harms
The Law Society Gazette
With driverless taxis due to launch in the UK later this year, Law Society chief executive Ian Jeffery welcomes the initiative by the UK Jurisdiction Taskforce calling for clearer legal guidance on AI related harm.
2. Government report on AI and copyright
Society for Computers & Law
The government released its latest report on copyright and AI. Following overwhelming objections from the creative industries, the earlier ‘opt-out’ training proposal has been dropped.
The next phase of work will focus on digital replicas, AI content labelling, creator transparency and support for independents and smaller creative organisations. There are no plans for a new regulator to oversee this.
3. New guide warning over AI risks published
The Law Society
Our new buying new technology guide “helps firms ask the right questions, avoid common pitfalls and make informed decisions”.
It sets out key considerations for firms adopting AI and other technologies, including due diligence, data protection, risk management and governance.
It responds to a growing need to navigate a complex legal technology market and is designed to support more confident, informed technology procurement decisions.
4. Chancellor announces AI investment and growth priorities
HM Treasury
Rachel Reeves has announced a £2.5 billion investment in AI and quantum technologies. She predicts the UK will achieve the fastest AI adoption in the G7.
5. Managing AI risk
The Law Society Gazette
The Law Society’s risk and compliance conference heard that AI is now a key part of risk profiles. Insurers want to know the accuracy of the work being done, data security and precautions amid rising concerns over fake case citations and unmanaged AI use.