As litigation funding grows in popularity, the court's ability to make heftier costs orders against commercial litigation funders has come into focus. Whether the so-called 'Arkin cap' will apply to … [Read more...] about Extreme control over proceedings is a costs risk for third party funders
Archives for June 2021
Actuaries tackle the ethics of AI and data science
The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries has produced guidance for its members on "ethical or professional issues when carrying out data-science related work". Rebecca Keating and Laura Wright, authors … [Read more...] about Actuaries tackle the ethics of AI and data science
Will the US drive greater IP protection for AI?
The US National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence has concluded that IP policy for AI is a US "national security priority" and has called for a review of patent eligibility for AI-related … [Read more...] about Will the US drive greater IP protection for AI?
Smart Cities can help us get back on the road to levelling up our society
The COVID-19 crisis has affected every part of the country, including my own former constituency of Loughborough. On the face of it, the virus has been primarily a public health issue, but the reality … [Read more...] about Smart Cities can help us get back on the road to levelling up our society
Smarter Cities and the Energy Enigma
Innovation and investment in smarter cities will be key to meeting the world’s climate change targets if we are to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and move towards a net zero emissions … [Read more...] about Smarter Cities and the Energy Enigma
HSE seeking help from those who have experience working with asbestos
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has now launched its second post implementation review (PIR) of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, (CAR 2012) seeking help from those who have experience … [Read more...] about HSE seeking help from those who have experience working with asbestos