Artificial Intelligence
AI adoption, regulation, ethics, and liability in legal practice; judicial AI use; AI hallucination cases
FTC Proposes Policy to Crack Down on AI Output Manipulation
The FTC proposes new rules under the FTC Act to regulate AI systems that modify outputs without disclosure, increasing legal risks for companies.
Harbor Acquires UK Legal Tech Trainer iTrain to Boost AI Skills
Harbor acquired UK's iTrain on July 7, 2026, enhancing AI training amid rising legal tech spending and adoption barriers.
Solos debuts AirGo A6 and V2 smart glasses with camera privacy shield
Solos launches AirGo A6 and V2 smart glasses, featuring AI tools and a physical camera privacy shield to address surveillance and compliance challenges.
Illinois Enacts AI Safety Law Holding Companies Accountable
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signs AI Safety Measures Act requiring audits, risk disclosures, and penalties for large AI firms effective Jan 2027.
Norm AI Raises $120M Series C, Reaches $1.2B Unicorn Valuation
Norm AI secures $120M in Series C funding, valuing the legal AI startup at $1.2 billion and highlighting strong investor confidence in legal tech innovation.
FCA's Mills Review proposes new AI rules for retail financial services
The UK's FCA releases the Mills Review outlining AI's impact on financial services and consumer protection, with new regulations coming in 2026.
Relativity, Legora, Harvey Lead Legal Tech Funding in Q1 2026
Q1 2026 legal tech funding hits $2.34B, led by Relativity, Legora, and Harvey, amid smaller rounds and fewer deals.
Law Firms Forge AI Partnerships to Transform Legal Practice
Leading law firms partner with AI providers to innovate workflows and boost competitive edge in legal services.
Legal Experts Warn AI Stagnation Risks Innovation More Than Pilot Hesitation
Legal leaders say slow AI adoption threatens future competitiveness more than cautious pilot programs in law firms and in-house teams.
California AI Rules Could Limit Nonlawyer Legal Service Programs
California's proposed AI ethics rules may restrict nonlawyer justice workers, impacting affordable legal services and access to justice.
Seventh Circuit Restores Gun Rights for Those with Past Mental Commitments
The Seventh Circuit ruled that individuals previously committed to mental institutions may regain Second Amendment rights, reshaping gun law enforcement.
Connecticut Overhauls Data Privacy Law with New AI and Consumer Protections
Connecticut updates its Data Privacy Act in 2026, adding AI rules, banning sale of geolocation data, and expanding consumer rights.
Investors Sue Oracle Over Undisclosed $56B Debt Tied to OpenAI Deal
Oracle faces a securities fraud lawsuit alleging undisclosed $56 billion debt raised for its $300 billion OpenAI cloud contract, raising compliance concerns.
More States Restrict AI in Health Insurance Decisions
Over 24 US states now limit AI use in health insurance decisions, intensifying legal scrutiny and compliance risks for insurers and tech firms.
OpenAI Offers US Government 5% Stake Worth $42.6B by 2026
OpenAI plans to sell a 5% equity stake to US government valued at $42.6B by 2026, raising legal and regulatory issues in AI ownership and compliance.
Illinois, Texas, Colorado Set AI Bias Audit Rules for HR by 2025
Illinois, Texas, and Colorado pass laws requiring bias audits for AI in HR decisions, shaping legal compliance for employers and counsel.
Experts Stress Structured Legal Data Before AI Deployment in Law Firms
Legal tech experts highlight the need for structured intelligence as a foundation before AI adoption in legal workflows to optimize results and reduce risks.
AI-Native Law Firms Use Flat Fees and Embedded Lawyers to Cut Costs
AI-native law firms like General Legal and Soxton use flat fees and embedded lawyers to streamline legal services and improve client workflows.
Venice AI Raises $65M, Hits $1B Valuation with Privacy-Focused AI Platform
Venice AI secures $65M Series A at $1B valuation, emphasizing privacy-first AI platforms relevant to legal compliance and data protection.
Juristic Integrates with Board Intelligence to Enhance Board Task Management
Juristic's legal workspace tools now integrate with Board Intelligence's AI-powered platform, improving board task management and governance workflows.