The implementation of the Unified Patent Court (UPC), a court system which enables the resolution of disputes involving parallel patents across most of the EU in a single action, is inching closer to … [Read more...] about Gearing up for UPC Implementation one step closer as Slovenia ratifies the PAP Protocol
What powers will the New Homes Ombudsman have against developers?
Further details about the New Homes Ombudsman have been published by the Government in the Building Safety Bill. While much of the focus will be on the fire safety elements of the Government's … [Read more...] about What powers will the New Homes Ombudsman have against developers?
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?
UK House of Lords warns against complacency towards AI
The House of Lords, the UK's upper legislative chamber, has published a further report on Artificial Intelligence, focussing on ethical AI, safeguards over the use of data, support for jobs and new … [Read more...] about UK House of Lords warns against complacency towards AI
UK competition authority publishes research on harm by algorithm
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority ("CMA") has published research suggesting misused algorithms may reduce competition in digital markets and harm consumers. The paper, Algorithms: How they … [Read more...] about UK competition authority publishes research on harm by algorithm