Artificial Intelligence
AI adoption, regulation, ethics, and liability in legal practice; judicial AI use; AI hallucination cases
Illinois Appeals Court Warns Lawyers Against AI Hallucinations in Briefs
Illinois Appeals Court fines attorney for AI-generated brief errors, signaling risks for legal use of AI in litigation.
White House launches GOLD EAGLE to centralize federal cyber vulnerability data
The White House launched GOLD EAGLE to centralize federal cybersecurity vulnerability management, impacting compliance and regulatory risks for legal professionals.
Russia Charges Telegram CEO Pavel Durov with Aiding Terrorism
Russia's FSB accuses Telegram founder Pavel Durov of aiding terrorism amid digital crackdown, raising privacy and cybersecurity concerns globally.
Google Expands Play Age Signals API for Privacy-Friendly Age Checks
Google launches Play Age Signals API globally, helping developers verify user age on Android while preserving privacy and meeting legal regulations.
OpenAI Grants 100,000 Academics Free GPT-5.6 AI Access Until 2027
OpenAI offers 100,000 academic researchers free access to GPT-5.6 AI model, impacting AI compliance and legal oversight through 2027.
Federal Rule 707 Proposal Sets AI-Generated Evidence Standards
The Advisory Committee proposes Federal Rule 707 to govern AI-generated evidence admissibility in courts starting December 2027.
Judge Bars Anonymous Filing in U-Michigan AI Misconduct Lawsuit
A U-Michigan student sued over AI misuse discipline but must reveal identity, raising legal questions on privacy and academic AI policies.
Catholic Providers Sue New York Over Medically Assisted Suicide Law
Catholic healthcare providers sue New York, challenging the Medical Aid in Dying Act on religious freedom grounds, highlighting a key legal clash over health law reform.
Legora Acquires Wexler to Boost AI-Powered Litigation Tools
Legora expands its AI litigation capabilities by acquiring Wexler, enhancing fact analysis workflows amid rapid growth and market expansion.
NY Finalizes Rules Mandating Age Verification for Algorithmic Feeds
New York Attorney General finalizes rules requiring age verification for social media algorithms under SAFE for Kids Act, targeting youth privacy and safety.
EU Issues Final Guidelines Clarifying AI Transparency Rules
European Commission publishes definitive guidance on EU AI Act Article 50 transparency obligations, effective August 2, 2026, for AI providers and deployers.
New York Times Has Spent $20M Fighting AI Copyright Claims Against OpenAI
The New York Times has spent over $20M in its lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft for unauthorized use of content to train AI models, a key copyright case.
Chinese AI Models Cut Costs for US Legal Tech, Fueling Vendor Shifts
Chinese AI models gain ground in US legal tech with affordable, customizable options amid IP theft concerns and US-China tensions.
MIT Study Ranks Top 5 AI Risks With Catastrophic Potential
MIT and University of Queensland identify five AI risks most likely to cause global catastrophic harm by 2030, crucial for legal governance.
Appeals Court Rules Netflix Not Liable for Defamation in ‘The Program’
The 10th Circuit upholds dismissal of defamation suit against Netflix’s documentary 'The Program,' reinforcing First Amendment protections for filmmakers.
AI Enforcement Soars Amid Fragmented Global Regulatory Landscape
AI regulation is fragmented but active worldwide, with 218 enforcement actions and new laws like the US AI Kill Switch Act intensifying oversight.
Microsoft Launches AI Cybersecurity Model and Agentic Security System
Microsoft unveils MAI-Cyber-1-Flash AI cybersecurity model and Project Perception to enhance threat detection and autonomous defense.
Fifth Circuit Blocks Texas Mandate on Social Media Under Section 230
The Fifth Circuit ruling preempts Texas social media content monitoring mandates, reinforcing federal Section 230 protections in state online regulation.
China Leads Generative AI Patent Filings, Outpaces Rivals Globally
In 2024, China dominated generative AI patent filings, reshaping global IP and legal strategies in tech innovation.
Apple Aims for Late 2027 Launch of Privacy-Focused Smart Glasses
Apple plans to launch smart glasses in late 2027 with innovative privacy features, raising compliance challenges for legal and privacy professionals.