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Ksenia Andreeva

What’s Next in Tech: Must-Watch Innovations for 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, it's clear that the next few years will bring about groundbreaking shifts across industries, with technologies such as AI, quantum computing, data centers, robotics, and autonomous vehicles leading the…more

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Innovation, Machine Learning, Robotics

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Christopher Archer

The Rise of the Global Capability Center: Key Considerations

Interest in offshore business centers, commonly known as global capability centers (GCCs), continues to rise as US companies across industries look to establish overseas offices and hire skilled workers to support critical…more

Business Entities, Contract Terms, Employment Contract, Foreign Investment, India

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Marina Aronchik

The Latest Trends in Moving ERP Systems to the Cloud

According to Forbes, “in 2025, the landscape of enterprise resource planning (ERP) is set for a thrilling transformation,” with a shift toward cloud-native ERP solutions at the top of the list…more

Cloud Computing, Contract Negotiations, Contract Terms, Cybersecurity, Data Management

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Dana Becker

IP and Commercial Contract Litigation Developments and Trends: What Transactional Lawyers Should Know

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited litigation partners Dana E. Becker (Philadelphia), Shon Lo (Chicago), and Krista Vink Venegas, Ph.D. (Chicago), to talk about recent trends and issues in IP-related and other…more

Commercial Contracts, Contract Drafting, Contract Terms, IP License, Non-Disclosure Agreement

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Oliver Bell

The Future of Artificial Intelligence in the United Kingdom AI Opportunities Action Plan

On January 13, 2025, the United Kingdom’s Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announced the UK AI Opportunities Action Plan. The AI Opportunities Action Plan outlines the UK’s intentions to become a world leader in artificial…more

Artificial Intelligence, Data Centers, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Data Security

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Eric Bord

Proposed H-1B Modernization – A Conversation with Shannon Donnelly

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited Shannon Donnelly, a partner in our Washington, DC office who works with clients on a wide range of complex global immigration and mobility issues, to discuss the proposed H1B…more

Foreign Nationals, Foreign Workers, H-1B, Immigrants, Immigration Procedures

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G. Jeffrey Boujoukos

SEC Looking to Wrangle Cryptocurrency ‘Wild West’: A Conversation with Jeff Boujoukos

As part of our Spotlight series, we connect with Jeff Boujoukos, the leader of Morgan Lewis’s securities enforcement practice, to discuss the current and future state of affairs of the regulation and enforcement activities of…more

Anti-Fraud Provisions, Asset Class, Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, Digital Currency

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Dion Bregman

An Immersive Conversation with Dion Bregman on the Metaverse

As part of our Spotlight series, Dion Bregman (who wears many hats at Morgan Lewis, such as deputy leader of the firm’s intellectual property practice, leader of the firm’s Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) team, managing…more

Artificial Intelligence, Augmented Reality, Cybersecurity, Data Protection, Innovative Technology

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Brooke Bruno

IP Protection in Digital Transformation Agreements, A French Perspective: Insights from Mathilde Carle

We are excited to welcome Mathilde Carle as a partner in Morgan Lewis’s Paris office and as a guest contributor to our Tech & Sourcing Spotlight series to discuss intellectual property (IP) protection and other related issues in…more

Contract Terms, Copyright, Data Privacy, Data Protection, France

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Michele Buenafe

Important Considerations When Tech Service Providers and Life Science Companies Collaborate in the Digital Health Space

When negotiating a digital health collaboration agreement between a tech company and a life sciences company, whether for the development of artificial intelligence or other software, the provision of data hosting and analysis…more

Artificial Intelligence, Data Protection, Digital Health, Exclusivity, Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Mathilde Carle

IP Protection in Digital Transformation Agreements, A French Perspective: Insights from Mathilde Carle

We are excited to welcome Mathilde Carle as a partner in Morgan Lewis’s Paris office and as a guest contributor to our Tech & Sourcing Spotlight series to discuss intellectual property (IP) protection and other related issues in…more

Contract Terms, Copyright, Data Privacy, Data Protection, France

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Ezra Church

California Enacts the Delete Act

In October, California enacted its newest privacy legislation, commonly referred to as the “Delete Act” (California Senate Bill No. 362). The Delete Act will allow consumers to request that any data broker that maintains any…more

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), Cybersecurity, Data Brokers, Data Privacy

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Marie Davy

Top of Mind Issues When Negotiating Global Distribution Agreements: A Conversation with Marie Davy

As part of our Spotlight series, we welcome Marie Davy, who recently joined Morgan Lewis as a partner in our Paris office, to discuss key issues to consider when negotiating global distribution agreements…more

Contract Negotiations, Contract Terms, Dispute Resolution, Force Majeure Clause, Jurisdiction

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Anastasia Dergacheva

Social Media Influencer Agreements, Part 2: Considerations When Drafting for an Influencer

In Part 1, we discussed how companies rely on social media influencers to promote their products and services online, and certain items to consider when drafting an influencer agreement. In this Part 2 blog post, we’ll focus on…more

Advertising, Endorsements, Influencers, Marketing, Social Media

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Emily Cuneo DeSmedt

Remote Work Employment Issues: A Conversation with David McManus and Emily DeSmedt

As part of our Spotlight series, we welcome David McManus, a partner in our New York office and the deputy leader of Morgan Lewis’s labor and employment practice, and Emily DeSmedt, a partner in our Princeton office, who…more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Employer Liability Issues, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Reasonable Accommodation, Remote Working

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Shannon Donnelly

Proposed H-1B Modernization – A Conversation with Shannon Donnelly

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited Shannon Donnelly, a partner in our Washington, DC office who works with clients on a wide range of complex global immigration and mobility issues, to discuss the proposed H1B…more

Foreign Nationals, Foreign Workers, H-1B, Immigrants, Immigration Procedures

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Ron Dreben

US Copyright Office Asks What to Do with AI Models

Given the sharp rise in usefulness of and attention to generative AI–powered applications, the US Copyright Office issued a notice of inquiry and request for comments in order to conduct a deep dive on how this technology could…more

Copyright, Copyright Infringement, Copyright Office, Intellectual Property Protection

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Rebecca Ford

Paying Salaries in Cryptocurrency in the UAE: A New Possibility?

A recent judgment from the Dubai Court of First Instance determined that part of an employee’s remuneration can be paid in cryptocurrency, but notably does not change the basic principle that cryptocurrencies cannot be the sole…more

Cryptocurrency, Digital Assets, Employer Liability Issues, International Labor Laws, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

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Andrew Gray IV

Like Embedded Content, Server Test on Display – A Conversation with Andrew Gray

As part of our Spotlight series, we connect with Andrew J. Gray IV, a partner in Morgan Lewis’s IP-Technology group, to discuss the recent focus on embedded copyright cases based on a court’s unwillingness to apply the server…more

Copyright, Copyright Infringement, Copyright Litigation, Fair Use, Intellectual Property Protection

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Dana Gross

Rise of Text-to-Speech AI Models Part 1: Intellectual Property Issues

Text-to-speech AI models (TTS Models) are rapidly evolving within the broader spectrum of AI solutions, offering tremendous potential for businesses. These models can analyze text and speech as well as generate anything from…more

Artificial Intelligence, Copyright, Intellectual Property Protection, Text Messages

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Dennis Gucciardo

Are There Hidden Defects in Medical Device Warranties? A Conversation with Dennis Gucciardo

As part of our Spotlight series, Dennis C. Gucciardo, who counsels medical device manufacturers throughout the product lifecycle in the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulatory context, shares insight into some important…more

Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Manufacturers, Medical Devices, Warranties

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Kristin Hadgis

Kristin Hadgis – Ecommerce and Online Contracting

Welcome to the third post in our Spotlight series, where we talk with a leader in a particular field or emerging area of interest to technology and sourcing lawyers and professionals. Kristin Hadgis is a partner in Morgan…more

Browsewrap Agreement, E-Commerce, Internet Retailers, Online Contracts, Terms and Conditions

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Martin Hirschprung

Update: Security Requirements under New York SHIELD Act to Go Into Effect

One of the major changes introduced by the Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security (SHIELD) Act, which was signed into New York law last year, is scheduled to take effect this week. …more

Cybersecurity, Data Breach, Data Management, Data Protection, Data Security

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Sylvia Hu

China’s Proposed Regulations on National Network Identity Authentication Public Services

The Ministry of Public Security and the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) on July 26, 2024 released an announcement soliciting public comments on the Draft Measures for the Administration of National Network Identity…more

China, Cybersecurity, Personal Information, Proposed Regulation

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Theresa Kalathil

AI Regulation in India: Current State and Future Perspectives

Artificial intelligence (AI) presents big opportunities and potential risks for countries around the globe, and India is no exception. India has a vast, burgeoning high-tech labor force. The country also attracts millions of…more

Artificial Intelligence, Innovative Technology, OECD, Technology Sector

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Rahul Kapoor

AI Regulation in India: Current State and Future Perspectives

Artificial intelligence (AI) presents big opportunities and potential risks for countries around the globe, and India is no exception. India has a vast, burgeoning high-tech labor force. The country also attracts millions of…more

Artificial Intelligence, Innovative Technology, OECD, Technology Sector

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Eric Kim

2023 Tech & Sourcing Summit: A Summary

On October 25, the Morgan Lewis technology transactions, outsourcing, and commercial contracts team filled a room in New York with representatives from various industries who were looking to engage in interactive discussions…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automation Systems, Outsourcing, Technology Sector

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A. Benjamin Klaber

2024 Tech Sourcing Summit: A Summary

Our technology transactions, outsourcing, and commercial contracts team on October 30, 2024 held its annual industry summit in New York. The theme this year was Unleashing the Potential of Technology, with a focus on artificial…more

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Data Security

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Karolina Lewicki

Saudi Arabia’s Personal Data Protection Law: A Guide to Registering as a Data Controller

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA’s) Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL) marks a significant milestone in protecting personal data in the region. Overseen by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), the…more

Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Data Security, Personal Data

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Todd Liao

China’s Proposed Regulations on National Network Identity Authentication Public Services

The Ministry of Public Security and the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) on July 26, 2024 released an announcement soliciting public comments on the Draft Measures for the Administration of National Network Identity…more

China, Cybersecurity, Personal Information, Proposed Regulation

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Steven Lightstone

UK Law Commission Launches Consultation on Digital Assets

The UK’s Law Commission (the Commission) published a consultation paper on July 28, 2022, proposing certain reforms to private property law in relation to digital assets, which was in response to the UK government requesting the…more

Bitcoin, Blockchain, Consultation Papers, Cryptocurrency, Digital Assets

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Wan-Shon Lo

IP and Commercial Contract Litigation Developments and Trends: What Transactional Lawyers Should Know

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited litigation partners Dana E. Becker (Philadelphia), Shon Lo (Chicago), and Krista Vink Venegas, Ph.D. (Chicago), to talk about recent trends and issues in IP-related and other…more

Commercial Contracts, Contract Drafting, Contract Terms, IP License, Non-Disclosure Agreement

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Whitney Lohr

Proposed H-1B Modernization – A Conversation with Shannon Donnelly

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited Shannon Donnelly, a partner in our Washington, DC office who works with clients on a wide range of complex global immigration and mobility issues, to discuss the proposed H1B…more

Foreign Nationals, Foreign Workers, H-1B, Immigrants, Immigration Procedures

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Emily Lowe

Increased Need for Cloud and Resulting Supply-Chain Challenges in Connection with Rapid Adoption of Gen AI

The rapid adoption of generative AI (gen AI) is driving increased cloud consumption. This increased cloud consumption is largely due to the following: Just as the COVID-19 pandemic pressure-tested the supply chain, this…more

Artificial Intelligence, Innovative Technology, Machine Learning, Technology Sector

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Robert Mailer

UK Law Commission Launches Consultation on Digital Assets

The UK’s Law Commission (the Commission) published a consultation paper on July 28, 2022, proposing certain reforms to private property law in relation to digital assets, which was in response to the UK government requesting the…more

Bitcoin, Blockchain, Consultation Papers, Cryptocurrency, Digital Assets

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David McManus

2023 Tech & Sourcing Summit: A Summary

On October 25, the Morgan Lewis technology transactions, outsourcing, and commercial contracts team filled a room in New York with representatives from various industries who were looking to engage in interactive discussions…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automation Systems, Outsourcing, Technology Sector

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Barbara Murphy Melby

IP Protection in Digital Transformation Agreements, A French Perspective: Insights from Mathilde Carle

We are excited to welcome Mathilde Carle as a partner in Morgan Lewis’s Paris office and as a guest contributor to our Tech & Sourcing Spotlight series to discuss intellectual property (IP) protection and other related issues in…more

Contract Terms, Copyright, Data Privacy, Data Protection, France

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Lisa Merod

Paying Salaries in Cryptocurrency in the UAE: A New Possibility?

A recent judgment from the Dubai Court of First Instance determined that part of an employee’s remuneration can be paid in cryptocurrency, but notably does not change the basic principle that cryptocurrencies cannot be the sole…more

Cryptocurrency, Digital Assets, Employer Liability Issues, International Labor Laws, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

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Scott Milner

2023 Tech & Sourcing Summit: A Summary

On October 25, the Morgan Lewis technology transactions, outsourcing, and commercial contracts team filled a room in New York with representatives from various industries who were looking to engage in interactive discussions…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automation Systems, Outsourcing, Technology Sector

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James Mulligan

UK Government Proposes Targeted Ban on Ransomware Payments

On January 14, the UK government published a consultation on new measures to tackle the increasing threat of ransomware attacks. Ransomware is malicious software (malware) that infects a victim’s computer system and prevents the…more

Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Cyber Incident Reporting, Cybersecurity, Data Breach, Data Security

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Alena Neskoromyuk

AI Compliance: A Quick Reminder

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping modern society, enabling the automation and modification of routine human activities and, consequently, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Like any technological development, AI…more

AI Act, Artificial Intelligence, Biometric Information, Data Privacy, Ethics

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Kenneth Nunnenkamp

US Outbound Tech Investments in Crosshairs with EO, ANPRM Release

The Biden administration issued a long-anticipated executive order on August 9 regarding US outbound investment in select technology and products with national security applications produced by “countries of concern.” Executive…more

Biden Administration, CFIUS, Foreign Investment, National Security, Semiconductors

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Katherine O'Keefe

Proposed H-1B Modernization – A Conversation with Shannon Donnelly

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited Shannon Donnelly, a partner in our Washington, DC office who works with clients on a wide range of complex global immigration and mobility issues, to discuss the proposed H1B…more

Foreign Nationals, Foreign Workers, H-1B, Immigrants, Immigration Procedures

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Carla Oakley

LinkedIn v. hiQ: Landmark Data Scraping Suit Provides Guidance to Data Scrapers and Web Operators

Following up on our April 27, 2022 post, Data Scraping Deemed Legal in Certain Circumstances, the most significant data scraping lawsuit has finally come to an end. After six years of litigation, LinkedIn Corp. and hiQ Labs,…more

Breach of Contract, Common Law Torts, Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), Corporate Counsel, Estoppel

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Gregory Parks

2023 Tech & Sourcing Summit: A Summary

On October 25, the Morgan Lewis technology transactions, outsourcing, and commercial contracts team filled a room in New York with representatives from various industries who were looking to engage in interactive discussions…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automation Systems, Outsourcing, Technology Sector

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Eleanor Pelta

Proposed H-1B Modernization – A Conversation with Shannon Donnelly

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited Shannon Donnelly, a partner in our Washington, DC office who works with clients on a wide range of complex global immigration and mobility issues, to discuss the proposed H1B…more

Foreign Nationals, Foreign Workers, H-1B, Immigrants, Immigration Procedures

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Eric Pennesi

Excuse from Performance in Commercial Contracts Part 2: Sorry, Not Sorry

In part one, we discussed key considerations for the possible inclusion of commercial contract provisions affording a party with excusal/relief from liability for nonperformance of an obligation that it otherwise would have been…more

Breach of Contract, Commercial Contracts, Contract Terms, Performance Standards

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Vito Petretti

Stop the Virus: Negotiating No Virus Warranties in Outsourcing and Licensing Agreements

An essential feature for customers in outsourcing software licensing and arrangements is the provision of robust protection against any software that could embed and distribute malware. To address these concerns, the inclusion…more

License Agreements, Software, Software Developers, Software Licenses

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Michael Pfeuffer

Cracking AI and Outsourcing Conundrums (Part 4): Who Owns—And Has the Right to Use—What

This blog is the finale to our Cracking AI and Outsourcing Conundrums series, a series in which we’ve discussed thought-provoking topics and set the stage for dynamic discussions with outsourcing customers and providers on the…more

Artificial Intelligence, Corporate Counsel, Innovative Technology, Machine Learning, Outsourcing

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Mike Pierides

UK Government Proposes Targeted Ban on Ransomware Payments

On January 14, the UK government published a consultation on new measures to tackle the increasing threat of ransomware attacks. Ransomware is malicious software (malware) that infects a victim’s computer system and prevents the…more

Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Cyber Incident Reporting, Cybersecurity, Data Breach, Data Security

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David Plotinsky

US Outbound Tech Investments in Crosshairs with EO, ANPRM Release

The Biden administration issued a long-anticipated executive order on August 9 regarding US outbound investment in select technology and products with national security applications produced by “countries of concern.” Executive…more

Biden Administration, CFIUS, Foreign Investment, National Security, Semiconductors

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Charlotte Roxon

Luxembourg’s Financial Services Regulator Enhances ICT Incident Reporting Framework

New ICT incident reporting requirements under Circular 24/847 (Circular) of the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), Luxembourg’s financial regulator, will come into effect on April 1. This introduces a new…more

CSSF, Financial Institutions, Investment Firms, Investment Funds, Luxembourg

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Valentina Semenikhina

Stop the Virus: Negotiating No Virus Warranties in Outsourcing and Licensing Agreements

An essential feature for customers in outsourcing software licensing and arrangements is the provision of robust protection against any software that could embed and distribute malware. To address these concerns, the inclusion…more

License Agreements, Software, Software Developers, Software Licenses

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Vishnu Shankar

AI Compliance: A Quick Reminder

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping modern society, enabling the automation and modification of routine human activities and, consequently, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Like any technological development, AI…more

AI Act, Artificial Intelligence, Biometric Information, Data Privacy, Ethics

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Doneld Shelkey

AI Compliance: A Quick Reminder

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping modern society, enabling the automation and modification of routine human activities and, consequently, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Like any technological development, AI…more

AI Act, Artificial Intelligence, Biometric Information, Data Privacy, Ethics

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Katrina Slack

What’s Next in Tech: Must-Watch Innovations for 2025

As we look ahead to 2025, it's clear that the next few years will bring about groundbreaking shifts across industries, with technologies such as AI, quantum computing, data centers, robotics, and autonomous vehicles leading the…more

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Innovation, Machine Learning, Robotics

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Dr. Axel Spies

And So It Begins: An EU AI Act Update

While artificial intelligence has not quite yet achieved singularity, the last fortnight brought about a substantial update to the AI regulatory landscape. As of February 2, Chapters I and II of the EU AI Act have entered into…more

Artificial Intelligence, Data Privacy, EU, Privacy Laws, Regulatory Requirements

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Vasilisa Strizh

Non-Russian Online Businesses May Be Forced to Open Offices in Russia and Submit to Russian Jurisdiction

Draft law “On Activities of Foreign Companies in the Internet in the Territory of the Russian Federation,” introduced to the State Duma, a lower chamber of the Russian parliament, on May 21, 2021, aims to extend Russian…more

Advertising, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Foreign Corporations, Jurisdiction

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Jesse Taylor

The Latest Trends in Moving ERP Systems to the Cloud

According to Forbes, “in 2025, the landscape of enterprise resource planning (ERP) is set for a thrilling transformation,” with a shift toward cloud-native ERP solutions at the top of the list…more

Cloud Computing, Contract Negotiations, Contract Terms, Cybersecurity, Data Management

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Leonidas Theodosiou

Big Tech: UK Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill Submitted to Parliament

The UK government introduced its Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill to Parliament for approval on April 25, 2023. The bill establishes a “pro-competition framework” for digital markets, specifically targeting a…more

Big Tech, Competition, Digital Markets Strategy, FinTech, Online Platforms

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Jonathan D. Traub

The Rise of the Global Capability Center: Key Considerations

Interest in offshore business centers, commonly known as global capability centers (GCCs), continues to rise as US companies across industries look to establish overseas offices and hire skilled workers to support critical…more

Business Entities, Contract Terms, Employment Contract, Foreign Investment, India

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Carl Valenstein

US Outbound Tech Investments in Crosshairs with EO, ANPRM Release

The Biden administration issued a long-anticipated executive order on August 9 regarding US outbound investment in select technology and products with national security applications produced by “countries of concern.” Executive…more

Biden Administration, CFIUS, Foreign Investment, National Security, Semiconductors

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Krista Vink Venegas, Ph.d.

IP and Commercial Contract Litigation Developments and Trends: What Transactional Lawyers Should Know

As part of our Spotlight series, we invited litigation partners Dana E. Becker (Philadelphia), Shon Lo (Chicago), and Krista Vink Venegas, Ph.D. (Chicago), to talk about recent trends and issues in IP-related and other…more

Commercial Contracts, Contract Drafting, Contract Terms, IP License, Non-Disclosure Agreement

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Joseph Washington

Rise of Text-to-Speech AI Models Part 1: Intellectual Property Issues

Text-to-speech AI models (TTS Models) are rapidly evolving within the broader spectrum of AI solutions, offering tremendous potential for businesses. These models can analyze text and speech as well as generate anything from…more

Artificial Intelligence, Copyright, Intellectual Property Protection, Text Messages

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Michael Weil

Noncompete Clause No Longer Persona Non Grata in Wake of Ryan Ruling

Mere months after the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved a final rule banning almost all worker noncompete clauses, the US District Court for the Northern District of Texas granted in Ryan LLC v. Federal Trade Commission…more

Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Non-Compete Agreements, Restrictive Covenants

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