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Technology Law Dispatch, published by Reed Smith LLP, focuses on legal issues at the intersection of technology and business. The blog covers topics such as cybersecurity risks and regulatory compliance, AI governance and emerging regulations, digital health innovations and related data privacy challenges, and the interplay between new digital regulations like the Digital Services Act and established frameworks such as GDPR. It also addresses technology transactions, outsourcing agreements, and the legal implications of evolving tech landscapes. The content is aimed at helping clients understand and manage legal risks associated with technology deployment, data governance, and digital innovation across multiple jurisdictions.
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Colorado’s hesitation in pioneering A.I. Regulation mirrors similar hesitation nationwide
In the spring of 2024, the Colorado legislature was the first to pass a “comprehensive” artificial intelligence (“AI”) law, the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act (“CAIA”). Since its passage, state leadership has waffled on whether CAIA strikes the right balance between…
Navigating global privacy and AI regulations: Key insights for multinational organizations
Multinational organizations are facing an increasingly complex landscape of global privacy and artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. Recent developments highlight the need for companies to stay informed about evolving legal requirements, particularly as governments introduce new frameworks to address data protection,…
Rescission of the AI Diffusion Rule: IP Impact
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s decision to rescind the AI Diffusion Rule, which had restricted the export of advanced AI technologies, marks a shift toward fewer regulatory barriers. While this may boost international collaboration and accelerate innovation, it also raises…
Key takeaways on AI governance from the IAPP Global Privacy Summit
AI was a hot topic at this year’s International Association of Privacy Professionals’ (“IAPP”) Global Privacy Summit, ranging from fine-tuning AI and algorithms with real-live data to best practices in AI governance. The IAPP’s Summit offered privacy professionals insights from…
European Data Protection Board guidance on safeguarding personal data in AI technologies
The European Data Protection Board (‘EDBP’) has published its 2024 annual report highlighting key milestones achieved throughout the year. Among these, the report includes reference to an opinion issued by the EDPB in December 2024 (the ‘Opinion’) which examines the…
The UK government’s AI growth agenda in 2025
In March 2025, the Information Commissioner’s Office (‘ICO’) announced a series of measures to support the UK government’s growth agenda while maintaining strong data protection standards. These measures include a commitment to introduce a statutory code of practice for businesses…
New Market Surveillance Authority for Accessibility in Germany
The State Chancellery and the Ministry of Culture of Saxony-Anhalt have announced the establishment of the “Market Surveillance Authority of the States for the Accessibility of Products and Services” (MLBF). Starting June 28, 2025, this new institution in Magdeburg will…
Direct marketing and profiling: Recent fines
Data protection authorities across Europe have recently imposed significant fines on companies for violations of data protection laws. We bring to your attention decisions related to breaches of direct marketing and profiling below.
A telecommunications company fined €50 million by…
European Commission publishes Guidelines on the definition of an AI system
The European Commission (EC) has recently issued guidelines (“Guidelines”) on the definition of an AI system, as mandated by Article 96(1)(f) of the AI Act. The Guidelines aim to assist understanding of the scope and application of the…