In this episode of the Reminger Report Podcast on Emerging Technologies, we sit down with Ken Gavranovic, a seasoned expert in business transformations and technology integrations. Ken shares his extensive experience with strategic acquisitions, IPOs, and leadership development, offering valuable insights into how AI is set to revolutionize industries—particularly the legal field.

 In this special edition of the Reminger Report Podcast on Emerging Technologies, host Zachary Pyers is joined by Chloe Schelhaas, a law clerk at Reminger Co., LPA, to discuss the growing concerns around children’s privacy in the digital world. Chloe provides an in-depth look at the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), explaining how it aims to safeguard children’s personal information online, especially on platforms like TikTok. 

In this episode of The Reminger Report Podcast on Emerging Technologies, host Zachary Pyers welcomes Nathan Whittacre, a seasoned expert with nearly 30 years in the tech industry. They explore transformative trends shaping the future of technology, including the rapid evolution of AI, the promise of increased global connectivity, and the potential of quantum computing. 

Key Topics and Highlights:

1. The Rapid Evolution of Technology

2. Connectivity and Innovation

3. The Promise of Quantum Computing

4. AI Policies and Ethical Use

5. Preparing for the Future Workforce

6. Balancing Regulation and Innovation

In this episode of The Reminger Report Podcast on Emerging Technologies, host Zachary B. Pyers speaks with Nathan Whittacre, CEO and founder of Stimulus Technologies, and author of The CEO’s Digital Survival Guide. The conversation delves into key IT challenges facing modern businesses, emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity, effective IT maintenance, and the evolving role of technology in the workplace.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Stimulus Technologies & Whitacre’s Journey
2. IT Maintenance as Business Infrastructure
3. Cybersecurity Threats and Social Engineering
4. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Risks
5. Future of Technology and Cybersecurity

Takeaways for Business Leaders:

• Regular IT maintenance is as essential as cybersecurity for preventing breakdowns and vulnerabilities.
• Educating employees about social engineering tactics is crucial to reducing risks.
• Implementing structured IT policies, such as controlled BYOD practices, can significantly enhance data security.

In this episode of the Reminger Report Podcast on Emerging Technologies, host Zachary Pyers welcomes back Mackenzie Smith Compton to discuss the American Bar Association’s latest guidance on the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in legal practice. Building on their previous conversation, Mackenzie shares insights into the ABA's July pronouncement and its impact on attorneys utilizing AI.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Competent Representation
2. Protecting Client Information
3. Communication with Clients
4. Supervision of Employees and Agents
5. Advancing Meritorious Claims and Ensuring Candor to the Tribunal
6. Reasonable Fees and AI Efficiency

In this episode of the Reminger Report Podcast on Emerging Technologies, host Zachary B. Pyers, Esq. is joined by associate Mackenzie Compton to discuss the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the legal profession, particularly focusing on its use and regulation.

Key Discussion Points:

Types of AI in the Legal Field:
Mackenzie introduces two main categories: lay resources like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, and Microsoft CoPilot, and specialized legal resources like Westlaw and Lexis that have begun integrating AI to enhance legal research and case citation accuracy.

Positives of AI in Legal Practice:
AI can significantly aid legal practitioners by streamlining research, saving time on drafting, enhancing document review through e-discovery tools, and reducing attorney stress. However, concerns about AI completely replacing lawyers are largely exaggerated at this stage.

Negatives and Cautionary Tales:
Mackenzie addresses the infamous case of two New York attorneys who used AI to draft a brief that resulted in false citations, or "case hallucinations," leading to sanctions. This highlights the importance of understanding AI's limitations and verifying its outputs.

Regulations Surrounding AI:
The conversation covers the existing regulations, particularly the application of the Rules of Professional Conduct, which require lawyers to maintain competence in technology. Mackenzie also discusses specific court bans on AI use, like in the Southern District of Ohio, where strict rules have been implemented to prevent reliance on AI-generated content without proper verification.

Future of AI Regulations:
The discussion concludes with the need for more comprehensive, uniform regulations across jurisdictions to avoid confusion and ensure consistency in how AI is integrated into legal practice.

This episode provides a balanced view of AI's potential benefits and risks in the legal field, emphasizing the need for careful implementation and adherence to evolving regulations.

In this episode of the Reminger Report Podcast, host Zachary B. Pyers, Esq., is joined by Abigail Downs, a law student at Ohio State's Moritz College of Law and a clerk at Reminger's Columbus office, to explore the intriguing intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and mediation.

The key points from this episode of the Reminger Report Podcast are:

1. Introduction to AI in Mediation
2. Current Limitations of AI
3. Addressing Bias
4. AI's Benefits
5. Challenges and Risks
6. Future Potential

In this episode of the Reminger Report Podcast on Emerging Technologies, host Zachary Pyers, Esq., is joined by Kate Osterback, a rising 3L at Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, to discuss the pervasive and escalating threat of ransomware attacks. Kate, who developed an interest in this topic after being personally affected by the Change Healthcare ransomware attack, provides a deep dive into the mechanics of ransomware, its history, and its devastating impact on the healthcare sector.

Key Discussion Points:

• Understanding Ransomware
• Change Healthcare Attack
• Legal and Jurisdictional Challenges
• Prevention and Preparedness
• Practical Advice for Law Firms

Zachary Pyers is joined by Reminger Law Clerk, Awa Camara, for an exploration of the complex world of biometric data and its implications for privacy rights under the Fourth Amendment. Join us as we explore how advancements in technology intersect with constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and seizures. 

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Zachary Pyers is joined by Zachary Durant, a professional liability attorney at Reminger Co., LPA, for an update on the fall of one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges - FTX. 

FTX collapsed in early November 2022 and shook the crypto market, which lost billions and fell below a $1 trillion valuation. In December 2022, the U.S. government brought civil and criminal charges against Sam Bankman-Fried and top executives for misappropriating over $8 billion in customer deposits. Bankman-Fried was convicted in November 2023 on criminal charges for which he was extradited from The Bahamas to the U.S., except for one charge dropped in July 2023. A second trial is scheduled for March 2024, covering charges filed post-extradition.

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