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While open source software (OSS) forms the backbone of modern tech stacks and powers everything from infrastructure to AI models, many licenses come with conditions that can create unexpected legal obligations. In the first...more
A new cyber threat, the "Shai-Hulud" worm, has compromised the Node Package Manager (npm) ecosystem, which is widely used by organizations for JavaScript development. This attack has resulted in widespread theft of...more
When a downstream actor modifies or fine-tunes a general-purpose AI model (GPAIM), who bears the burden of complying with the EU AI Act — the original provider, the modifier or both? ...more
Hosts Tina and Jennie welcome their colleague Bryan Baysinger, head of Maynard Nexsen’s Intellectual Property practice group, to discuss how employers can protect their IP in the modern workplace. From remote work and...more
On July 23, 2025, the Trump Administration released its AI Action Plan (“the Plan”), a long-anticipated roadmap for the federal government’s approach to AI governance that presents a number of implications for businesses...more
The European Commission (Commission) adopted its long-anticipated guidelines on the scope of obligations for general-purpose artificial intelligence (GPAI) models under Regulation (EU) 2024/1689 (AI Act) (Guidelines) on July...more
The risks associated with leveraging open source libraries, and the review needed, are increasing. In the first half of 2025, cybersecurity researchers observed a sharp rise in the incidence of malicious code embedded in...more
At the 2025 South by Southwest Conference (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, MoFo partner Justin Haan led a dynamic panel discussion exploring the legal, business, and policy challenges emerging from the rapid growth of open-source...more
What are we really talking about and what are the legal implications under the EU AI Act? The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has led to significant opportunities and challenges, especially in the realm of...more
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to develop at a rapid pace, even the most sophisticated general counsel (GC) and in-house legal teams will be hard pressed to keep up with the evolving legal landscape....more
Investment in artificial intelligence (AI) is rising fast. The International Data Corporation projects global spending on AI R&D will reach $632 billion by 2028, more than twice the expected total for 2024....more
The Department of Commerce released three final guidance documents incorporating public comments from earlier this spring which provide recommendations for managing AI risk, securing AI software development processes, and...more
In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, the valuation and viability of AI companies are extensively tied to their intellectual property assets. For AI companies, safeguarding these assets is not just about legal...more
The chances are high that your company uses open source software (“OSS”) in some capacity. While the benefits of OSS are clear, it is also clear that OSS can pose significant legal risks that must be addressed. The best way...more