AI

Artificial intelligence is developing at a rapid rate. A recent explosion in innovation has meant AI has become more popular and powerful. Purposeful businesses both developing or deploying AI are considering both the benefits and risks that this brings.

We help clients to understand the ever-changing legal requirements and landscape surrounding AI and ethical AI. We have briefed MPs and Peers and advised on, and drafted amendments to, the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill to strengthen individuals’ rights in relation to AI technologies.

Members of our team have recently advised a public body on the risks associated with deploying AI in a research project. We have also advised on a number of AI projects including the use of facial recognition technology in schools, deploying facial recognition technology to identify and register members of a profession, and on a high-profile case relating to the unlawful use of automated decision-making in an employment context.

How we can help

Whether you’re a business or charity currently developing an AI solution, or looking to integrate an existing AI product within your business, we can help you to address the risks, opportunities, and legal and regulatory obligations you need to be aware of. We will provide pragmatic, tailored and strategic advice, from commercial contracts and employment to data privacy and dispute resolution. We will also provide any relevant ethical considerations, to review the impact AI will have on your employees, the environment and the wider community.

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Briefing for Charities & Social Enterprises | 11 June

Our weekly round up of news and updates from across the sector. To help you navigate this week’s content, the links below will take you straight to content by topic. Charity Commission We reported a few weeks ago that the Charity Commission’s guidance CC30, Finding and appointing new trustees, has been updated. We’ve reviewed the …
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An evolving regulatory landscape: key events and updates in AI

With generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) foundation models and products becoming more understood, utilised and actively implemented across sectors, and following the UK’s entry into the first binding international treaty governing the safe use of AI, we set out the events that are shaping the regulatory landscape as AI technology rapidly advances. We look more specifically …
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Watch again | Balancing responsibility & innovation – How can we develop and implement ethical AI? | 4 July

A recent explosion in innovation has meant AI has become more popular and powerful. AI and automated decision-making, especially in the context of work and people, carries substantial risks and has the potential for unfairness and discrimination. This is particularly true where decision-making processes lack transparency and fairness. We hosted a panel discussion on Thursday …
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Looking to use AI? 10 things for purposeful businesses to consider

With AI tools becoming more powerful and popular, it is important that purpose-driven businesses carefully consider how they use AI. The UK Government recently released a framework for the use of AI within government, much of which is also relevant to businesses. You can find our top ten tips below.
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Practical tips for deploying AI

With AI integration becoming increasingly common, it is vital that businesses deploy AI systems in a way that complies with data protection law and ensures that outcomes are legal and ethical. Here are our top tips for responsible, lawful implementation:
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