The new year is off to a quick start. February looms. Businesses are beginning to settle into 2026, and some trends (or at least outlines of such) are beginning to emerge. Businesses are digesting the AI and privacy bills that were signed into law last Fall. California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) litigation shows no
Diving into Data: Managing the Legal Risks of a Data-Driven Economy
Data is fueling innovation like never before. From AI development to strategic decision-making, high-quality data is a powerful business asset. However, it also comes with significant legal considerations. Privacy laws, intellectual property rights, and ethical obligations are all evolving quickly, and businesses must stay ahead of the curve.
We’ve written about three areas companies should…
Mid-Summer Update on AI, Privacy, and Cybersecurity Developments
In the world of AI, a month is an eternity. In my last article (https://www.stoelprivacyblog.com/2025/06/articles/ai/ai-legislative-developments-early-days-or-tipping-point/), just over a month ago, I wrote about the much-discussed proposed 10-year moratorium on the enforcement of state AI laws. Ultimately, the Senate voted against it, and the House passed the Senate version of the tax and spending…
AI Legislative Developments: Early Days or Tipping Point?
If tracking AI legislation is giving you whiplash, you’re not the only one.
In February, I wrote about the 24-Hour AI News Cycle: https://www.stoelprivacyblog.com/2025/02/articles/ai/the-24-hour-ai-news-cycle-keeping-up-with-legal-and-regulatory-developments/. February is ancient history, and the AI news cycle has become even further compressed since then.
Now, at the end of June, we stand at a crossroads. H.R. 1 (“One…
DOJ Antitrust Division’s Updated Guidance on Evaluating Corporate Compliance Programs Includes New Focus on AI and Electronic Communications
As AI tools and modern communication platforms become increasingly embedded in corporate operations, the DOJ Antitrust Division has released an updated Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs in Criminal Antitrust Investigations, marking a significant expansion in DOJ expectations around artificial intelligence, ephemeral messaging, and data-driven monitoring.
This updated guidance provides a clearer roadmap for what…
AI Is Changing the Risk Landscape—Is Your Insurance Keeping Up?
As businesses race to adopt Artificial Intelligence, the insurance industry is navigating a fast-evolving and complex web of risks. From bodily injury to securities fraud, AI is triggering claims that span nearly every corner of liability coverage. In this post, insurance litigator Seth explores the fast-moving intersection of AI and insurance—and why companies need to…
AI Contracting: The Next Frontier
In the beginning of March, I gave a presentation on AI legal developments. One of the attendees astutely pointed out that the current legal framework seems to focus on B2C use cases. I agreed. The focus is consumer protection. About 10 days later, I spoke at an AI contracting livestreaming event. Preparing for it gave…
The 24-Hour AI News Cycle: Keeping Up with Legal and Regulatory Developments
AI is evolving at a breakneck pace, making it increasingly difficult for businesses and legal professionals to track critical developments. Whether you’re an AI model developer, deployer, investor, or infrastructure provider, staying informed on AI’s risks and benefits requires a strategic approach. This article explores key AI regulatory trends and offers a framework for organizations…
Navigating Workplace AI Regulations: Labor and Employment Law in the Age of Algorithmic Accountability
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are becoming commonplace in workplace. According to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Chair Charlotte Burrows, “as many as 83 percent of employers and up to 99 percent of Fortune 500 companies now use some form of automated tool to screen or rank candidates for hire.”
Just as the use of AI…
Working with Artificial Intelligence: Privacy Pitfalls (and Opportunities)
As consumer demand for new artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools continues to grow, businesses must be prepared to build tools with “privacy by design” principles in mind, and to remain educated about privacy best practices and risk mitigation strategies when working with AI. The following areas provide the greatest opportunities to manage data privacy risks and…