Womble Perspectives

Today's episode explores the concept of achieving "perfect" artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications within the legal framework. It discusses the challenges of defining and attaining perfection in AI systems, highlighting the need to strike a balance between technological advancement and practicality in order to integrate AI effectively into legal processes. The episode emphasizes that while striving for highly accurate AI is important, aiming for attainable levels of reliability and transparency, along with continuous monitoring and improvement, is more realistic and conducive to successful AI implementation in the legal field.

Read the full article:
https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/blogs/how-perfect-will-ai-need-be

Learn more about the author:
Theodore F. Claypoole (bio)

What can companies do now to be ready long before a crisis occurs? Leonard Greenberger, senior counselor at AKCG - Public Relations Counselor, a national public relations firm specializing in issue and crisis preparedness and response, shares best practices and lessons learned. This episode is part of a series from the 2022 SOCMA Conference (Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates).

More about the host:
Mark Henriques (bio)

Welcome to the latest episode of Womble Perspectives. Today, we're diving deep into a game-changing topic: the recently proposed merger guidelines jointly presented by the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission. These guidelines, if approved, are set to shake up the way mergers are assessed and contested, marking a significant shift in the landscape.

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About the author:
Lee Van Voorhis (bio)

The SEC has  introduced a new rule when it comes to reporting cybersecurity incidents. This episode summarizes the ins and outs of the rule and sheds light on how companies can be prepared once the rule goes into effect.

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Learn more about the authors:
Tara N. Cho, CIPP/US, CIPP/E (bio)
Theodore F. Claypoole (bio)
Ting Zheng, CIPP/US (bio)
Rajiv Radia (bio)
Sid Shenoy (bio)

In today's extended episode, we're featuring a fireside chat between Womble Bond Dickinson partner Carri Bennet and FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr, produced for the Rural Wireless Infrastructure Summit that took place June 26 through 28, 2023 in Park City, Utah. The chat covers several topics including universal service contribution reform, workforce and labor issues, network resilience, and supplemental wireless coverage from space. 

It's clear from the interview that Commissioner Carr has a deep respect for rural communities and recognizes the value that rural wireless carriers bring to the table in deploying broadband services. Please enjoy the following episode. 

Our firm has a history of embracing technological advancements to better serve clients and the recent adoption of AI is no different.

Our early adoption of AI technology for the benefit of our clients was recently featured in an article in Law360.

Read the full article:
https://www.law360.com/pulse/articles/1700881

How have tech giants have made a commitment to responsible AI development for a safer future?

This episode explores how seven major tech companies are ensuring that artificial intelligence is developed and deployed ethically and addressing potential risks associated with AI technology to create more trustworthy and secure AI systems.

Read the full article:
https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/alerts/tech-giants-pledge-responsible-ai-development-safer-future

Learn more about the authoring attorneys:

Theodore F. Claypoole (bio)
Pin Wu, Ph.D. (bio)

In our second annual Data Privacy Survey Report, we explore the preparation levels and concerns of over 200 US and UK executives as they navigate a rapidly-evolving landscape of data privacy laws, particularly in the realm of emerging technologies.

 The rising usage of biometric data, geolocation, and AI technologies presents both opportunities and challenges. As these technologies become more prevalent, companies must address compliance risks and potential legal barriers related to adoption.

 In this episode of Womble Perspectives, we provide a concise overview of our latest findings, delving into the insights shared by executives in the US and UK regarding data privacy preparedness and the implications of incorporating new technologies.

Read a report summary:
https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/news-and-insights/report-us-and-uk-executives-grapple-evolving-data-privacy-laws

Read the full report with infographics:
https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/articles-and-briefings/2023-global-data-privacy-law-survey-report

The U.S. Copyright Office has issued formal guidance on the copyrightability of works created using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. The guidance clarifies that using AI does not automatically disqualify a work from copyright protection, as long as it involves human creativity. However, independent AI creations without human involvement still cannot be copyrighted in the United States. The policy reflects the ongoing debate surrounding machine-assisted creativity and aligns with previous rulings in copyrightability. The Copyright Office's statement encourages registrants to carefully describe the role of AI in their copyright applications and provides examples for reference. Meanwhile, the copyright laws in the United Kingdom offer limited protection for computer-generated works, raising further questions about authorship in the context of generative AI tools.

Read the full article and see visual examples: https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/insights/alerts/ai-or-not-ai-us-copyright-office-clarifies-options

Learn more about the authoring attorneys:

• Nadia Aram (Bio)
• Chris Mammen (Bio)

In the wake of a viral AI-generated Drake song titled "Heart on My Sleeve," questions regarding the legal ramifications of such creations have emerged. Vice sought the expertise of Chris Mammen, a Partner at Womble Bond Dickinson with expertise in intellectual property law, music, and artificial intelligence, to provide insights into the legal complexities surrounding the song. Mammen explores issues such as copyright infringement, fair use, rights of publicity, and the potential for legal action against the creator, known as Ghostwriter. As the legal landscape struggles to keep pace with the rapid advancements of AI technology, Mammen emphasizes the need for ongoing discussions to determine the appropriate handling of AI and intellectual property rights.

Read the full interview with Vice: https://www.vice.com/en/article/4a3vmn/heart-on-my-sleeve-ai-music-drake-the-weeknd-lawyer-explains

Learn more about Chris Mammen: https://www.womblebonddickinson.com/us/people/dr-christian-e-mammen