Tech Law Talks

Reed Smith’s Jason Garcia, Gerard Donovan, and Tyler Thompson are joined by Databricks’ Suchismita Pahi and Christina Farhat for a spirited discussion exploring one of the most urgent debates of our era: Should AI be regulated now, or are we moving too fast? Settle in and listen to a dynamic conversation that delves into the complex relationship between innovation and regulation in the world of artificial intelligence.

High tariffs would significantly impact data center projects, through increased costs, supply chain disruptions and other problems. Reed Smith’s Matthew Houghton, John Simonis and James Doerfler explain how owners and developers can attenuate tariff risks throughout the planning, contract drafting, negotiation, procurement and construction phases. In this podcast, learn about risk allocation and other proactive measures to manage cost and schedule challenges in today’s uncertain regulatory environment.

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Have you ever found yourself in a perplexing situation because of a lack of common understanding of key AI concepts? You're not alone.

In this episode of "AI explained," we delve into Reed Smith's new Glossary of AI Terms with Reed Smith guests Richard Robbins, director of applied artificial intelligence, and Marcin Krieger, records and e-discovery lawyer.

This glossary aims to demystify AI jargon, helping professionals build their intuition and ask informed questions. Whether you're a seasoned attorney or new to the field, this episode explains how a well-crafted glossary can serve as a quick reference to understand complex AI terms.

The E-Discovery App is a free download available through the Apple App Store and Google Play.

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Arbitrators and counsel can use artificial intelligence to improve service quality and lessen work burden, but they also must deal with the ethical and professional implications. In this episode, Rebeca Mosquera, a Reed Smith associate and president of ArbitralWomen, interviews Benjamin Malek, a partner at T.H.E. Chambers and former chair of the Silicon Valley Arbitration and Mediation Center AI Task Force. They reveal insights and experiences on the current and future applications of AI in arbitration, the potential risks of bias and transparency, and the best practices and guidelines for the responsible integration of AI into dispute resolution. The duo discusses how AI is reshaping arbitration and what it means for arbitrators, counsel and parties.

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Partners Catherine Castaldo, Andy Splittgerber, Thomas Fischl and Tyler Thompson discuss various recent AI acts around the world, including the EU AI Act and the Colorado AI Act, as well as guidance from the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) on AI models and data protection. The team presents an in-depth explanation of the different acts and points out the similarities and differences between the two. What should we do today, even though the Colorado AI Act is not in effect yet? What do these two acts mean for the future of AI?

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Catherine Castaldo, Christian Leuthner and Asélle Ibraimova dive into the implications of the new Network and Information Security (NIS2) Directive, exploring its impact on cybersecurity compliance across the EU. They break down key changes, including expanded sector coverage, stricter reporting obligations and tougher penalties for noncompliance. Exploring how businesses can prepare for the evolving regulatory landscape, they share insights on risk management, incident response and best practices.

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Tyler Thompson sits down with Abigail Walker to break down the Colorado AI Act, which was passed at the end of the 2024 legislative session to prevent algorithmic discrimination. The Colorado AI Act is the first comprehensive law in the United States that directly and exclusively targets AI and GenAI systems.

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Catherine Castaldo, Christian Leuthner and Asélle Ibraimova break down DORA, the Digital Operational Resilience Act, which is new legislation that aims to enhance the cybersecurity and resilience of the financial sector in the European Union. DORA sets out common standards and requirements for these entities so they can identify, prevent, mitigate and respond to cyber threats and incidents as well as ensure business continuity and operational resilience. The team discusses the implications of DORA and offers insights on applicability, obligations and potential liability for noncompliance.

This episode was recorded on 17 January 2025.

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