Robotics & AI Law Society - RAILS

Upcoming webinar on „Facial Recognition in Law Enforcement“

📆 Nov 27, 2023 – 6.00 pm CET

With Dr. Gizem Gültekin-Várkonyi
Assistant professor, University of Szeged, Faculty of Law and Political Sciences, International and Regional Studies Institute

Chair: Michael Kolain

Facial recognition technologies (FRT) have gained increasing prominence within law enforcement agencies (LEAs), playing a pivotal role in functions such as identification, crime prevention, authorization, criminal profiling, and tracking. Their integration into law enforcement operations has the potential to significantly enhance societal well-being and contribute to the broader social good, aligning with the overarching mission of LEAs. Public acceptance of FRT use by LEAs is generally positive, contingent upon these technologies not expanding surveillance practices. However, concerns related to privacy and data protection loom large.

This talks will highlight some initial thoughts on the risks associated with FRT employed by LEAs, with a specific emphasis on the interplay between the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the proposed Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act). The pivotal role of biometric data, encompassing facial features, fingerprints, and behavioral patterns, classified as sensitive personal information under GDPR, creates substantial apprehensions concerning individual privacy and data protection. The AI Act, while ostensibly aligning with GDPR principles, introduces complexities in risk management, necessitating a comprehensive approach to address these concerns.

As we navigate the evolving landscape of AI and data-driven technologies, a proactive examination of these risks is imperative before the AI Act’s implementation. This exploration encompasses a spectrum of issues, including data processing purposes, administrative challenges, and potential equality considerations. By addressing these concerns preemptively, we can work towards the responsible deployment of FRT within LEAs, aligning societal benefits with privacy and ethical considerations.

Webinar on “The Revised Product Liability Directive”

📆 Oct 24, 5.00 pm CEST via Zoom

Sign up: ai-laws.org/registration-webinar

The landscape of liability concerning harm caused by innovative digital technologies – particularly artificial intelligence, and within contexts like online platforms, introduces distinctive complexities that require an examination of the product liability framework. The most pressing issues stem from the immateriality of software, the service dimension of software and platforms, and the ever-increasing value of data as a commodity. The revised Product Liability Directive addresses these challenges horizontally, extending strict liability to software products and related services, as well as introducing liability for harm to data. These represent decisive changes compared to the old framework of EU strict liability law, which are in need of thorough discussion.

Whilst also dealing with broader dogmatic topics, the webinar considers specific use cases in the digital economy. First, we will look at the overall relevance of the revised Product Liability Directive for innovative technology – specifically, considering artificial intelligence software. Further, we will examine how the proposal adapts to the scope of damages, in particular – harm to data. Another central change is the adaptation of the framework to software products and related software services. We will analyse what this implies for the fundamentals of strict producer’s liability which is traditionally oriented around harm caused by physical products. Finally, we will learn more about the implications of the new liability framework for online platforms. As we navigate these terrains, we hope to shed more light on the evolving landscape of liability for harm caused by innovative digital technologies, and the far-reaching consequences it holds for its stakeholders.

Technologies based on artificial intelligence (AI), especially machine learning (ML), and the discussion about the modalities of their regulation are dominating topics in law, politics, ethics, economics and society. AI systems can exacerbate existing problems (e.g. information asymmetries or accountability problems in complex human-machine interactions), but also introduce new ones (e.g. how to deal with new forms of discriminations or autonomous behavior). Accordingly, the question arises how legal rules and frameworks can cope with these challenges.

During the RAILS–KU Leuven CITIP webinar, several authors that contributed to the special issue will discuss the major findings of their analysis and shed light on the most important conclusions.

More info on
👉 ai-laws.org/webinar

Save the Date! Join us on July 6 for an inspiring workshop on "Generative AI and the Law." 📅🌐

Discover the cutting-edge world of generative AI and its impact on the legal landscape. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, legal professional, or curious about the intersection of AI and the law, this workshop is for you! 🤖⚖️

📍 Location: Sarrazinstr. 11-15, Berlin and Online (via Zoom)
⏰ Time: 9 am - 6 pm

Immerse yourself in engaging discussions, gain insights from renowned experts, and explore the legal challenges posed by generative AI. From copyright issues to ethical considerations, we'll dive into the key topics shaping the future of AI in the legal domain. 💡🔍

Don't miss the opportunity to expand your knowledge, network with industry professionals, and stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving field. Mark your calendars and be ready for a day of learning, inspiration, and networking! 🚀🔊

Register now via www.ai-laws.org/generative-ai 🙌✨

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Morgen beginnt die REVOLUTION und wir sind dabei! Besuchen Sie uns am 3. und 4. Mai an unserem Stand!

Die LEGAL REVOLUTION zeigt Jurist*innen, Manager*innen und IT-Spezialist*innen von Rechts- und Compliance-Abteilungen, Anwaltskanzleien und Notariaten sowie Justizangehörigen den „State of the Art“ der Dienstleistungen und Produkte in den Bereichen Recht und Compliance. Im Mittelpunkt stehen innovative Dienstleistungen und Softwarelösungen zur Erhöhung der Qualität der Rechtsberatung und zur Steigerung der Effizienz von Rechtsabteilungen, Compliance-Abteilungen und Wirtschaftskanzleien.

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Jede Branche braucht ein Jahrestreffen, um gemeinsam die neuesten Marktentwicklungen zu reflektieren und Lösungen für die Zukunft zu entwickeln. Ziel der ist es, alle Angehörigen des Rechtswesens zu vernetzen, den fachlichen Austausch zwischen Expert:innen zu fördern sowie neue Denkanstöße und richtungsgebende Impulse zu geben.

Die LEGAL REVOLUTION zeigt Jurist*innen, Manager*innen und IT-Spezialist*innen von Rechts- und Compliance-Abteilungen, Anwaltskanzleien und Notariaten sowie Justizangehörigen den „State of the Art“ der Dienstleistungen und Produkte in den Bereichen Recht und Compliance. Im Mittelpunkt stehen innovative Dienstleistungen und Softwarelösungen zur Erhöhung der Qualität der Rechtsberatung und zur Steigerung der Effizienz von Rechtsabteilungen, Compliance-Abteilungen und Wirtschaftskanzleien.

Auch RAILS wird auf der Messe mit einem Stand vertreten sein – wir freuen uns auf Ihren Besuch!

https://legal-revolution.com/

Wir sind begeistert von der erfolgreichen 5. RAILS Konferenz in Berlin Ende März! Thema war der Einsatz von KI und Robotik in der Medizin mit interdisziplinären Fragestellungen. Inspirierende Referent:innen, innovative Lösungen und spannende Diskussionen prägten die Veranstaltung. Ein ausführlicher Tagungsbeitrag folgt bald!

Danke an alle Teilnehmer:innen und Referent:innen für ihre wertvollen Beiträge! Ein herzliches Dankeschön auch an unsere Sponsoren für ihre wertvolle Unterstützung. Ohne sie wäre diese Konferenz nicht möglich gewesen. Wir freuen uns auf weitere Entwicklungen in der medizinischen KI und Robotik.

Nur noch gut zwei Wochen bis zu unserer diesjährigen Konferenz! 🎉 Sichern Sie sich jetzt die letzten freien Plätze per Mail an [email protected] 💪

Zudem gebührt großes Dank unseren Sponsoren der Tagung: Nomos Verlag, und .de 🙏

🌟 Die Robotics & AI Law Society (RAILS) e.V. sucht zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt Redakteur*innen (m/w/d) für die ehrenamtliche Mitarbeit in unserem Redaktionsteam vom RAILS .

Bitte bewerben Sie sich per E-Mail an [email protected].

In October 2022, the Obligations Discussion Group hosted the launch of “Contracting and Contract Law in the Age of AI”, published in June 2022 by Hart Publishing. The event took place at the Old Library of All Soul's College, University of Oxford.

Martin Ebers, Cristina Poncibò and Mimi Zou gave short presentations regarding the book. Special guest of honour was Richard Susskind (Technology Adviser to the Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales).

Get the book now: https://www.bloomsbury.com/in/contracting-and-contract-law-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence-9781509950690/

New year, new RAILS Conference! 🎉

📆 Save the Date: Am 31.03.2023 findet die fünfte RAILS-Konferenz in Berlin statt! Das Thema lautet: "Einsatz von künstlicher Intelligenz und Robotik in der Medizin: interdisziplinäre Fragen".

Markieren Sie sich den Termin schon jetzt in Ihrem Kalender und seiten Sie Teil des interdisziplinären Austausches über den Einsatz von künstlicher Intelligenz und Robotik in der Medizin. Wir freuen uns auf Ihre Teilnahme!

👉 Mehr Infos erhalten Sie über den Link in der Bio

Save the date! Join us on February 13th, 23 for a special Q&A webinar with Kate Darling from the MIT Media Lab. The topic? 'How to think about robots'.

Don't miss this opportunity to get insights and expert advice on the future of artificial intelligence. See you there!

The new RAILS Brochure 2022 is out now! All you need to know about the Robotics & AI Law Society 🧐

Learn more about our team, our events and our projects! Check out the new brochure at www.ai-laws.org 👈

On May 30, 2022, the Robotics and AI Law Society (RAILS e.V.), the KU Leuven Centre for IT & IP Law (CiTiP) and the Knowledge Centre for Data & Society invited numerous lawyers, researchers, artificial intelligence (AI) and standardization experts and practitioners at KU Leuven to discuss the freshest issue in the field of AI regulation – the standardization of AI.

Thanks to all our speakers, hosts and participants for the great input and the interesting discussions 🙏

We‘re already planning the next RAILS Conference for March 2023 🎉 looking forward to see you there!

In the meantime you can enjoy the conference report of the 👉 check the Link in our bio

Am 29. Juni 2022 dürfen wir als Robotics & AI Law Society - RAILS den Bitkom e.V. bei der online Auftaktveranstaltung für den Legal Tech Talk unterstützen! Unser Vorsitzender Martin Ebers wird als Speaker dabei sein. 🔥

Mehr Infos & Anmeldung: https://www.bitkom.org/Themen/Recht-Regulierung/Legal-Tech-Talk

Der Legal Tech Talk gewährt in regelmäßigen Abständen Einblicke in aktuelle technische Entwicklungen durch Gespräche mit Expertinnen und Experten aus der Forschung und über Erfahrungen von Nutzerinnen und Nutzern aus der Praxis.

Last chance to sign up for the 4th next week on of 🔥

Organized in cooperation with KU Leuven Centre for IT & IP Law (CiTiP) and the Knowledge Centre for Data & Society

📆 30 May 2022
📍 Leuven (Belgium)
✉️ [email protected]

Meet the hosts & chairs of the 4th 🔥

Prof. Dr. Martin Ebers, Professor of IT Law at the University of Tartu (Estonia), Co-Founder and President of the Robotics & AI Law Society (RAILS)

Prof. Dr. Marie-Christine Janssens, Professor of IP law and Head of CiTiP (Centre for IT and IP law) at the University of Leuven (KU Leuven)

Charlotte Ducuing, PhD fellow Researcher at the Centre for IT and IP Law (CiTiP) of KU Leuven, Belgium

Prof. Dr. Anton Vedder, Professor of IT Law and Ethics, KU Leuven, Belgium

Dr. Jan De Bruyne, Research Expert (Tort law and AI) and Lecturer at KU Leuven Centre for IT & IP Law (CiTiP); Assistant professor digital law at eLaw Leiden; Senior researcher Knowledge Centre Data &
Society

📆 30 May 2022
📍 Leuven (Belgium)
✉️ [email protected]

Meet the speakers for the 4th ! 🔥

In the third panel on "How to Standardize Ethics and Law in an AI context" Dr. Tim Rühlig will talk about AI Standardization and Geo-Politics. He is Research Fellow, at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP) in Berlin.

The last presentation is held by Sebastian Hallensleben about Future Challenges. He is Head of Digitalisation & AI at VDE e.V. and Chair of European AI Standardisation (CEN-CENELEC JTC21)

📆 30 May 2022
📍 Leuven (Belgium)
✉️ [email protected]

Quick reminder for our webinar next week on !

Sign up now: ai-laws.org/registration-surgery

Meet the speakers for the 4th ! 🔥

The third panel on "How to Standardize Ethics and Law in an AI context" starts off with a Panel Discussion and General Discussion with the following participants:

Prof. Dr. Joanna J. Bryson, Professor of Ethics and Technology, and cofounder, Centre for Digital Governance, both Hertie School, Berlin. German nominee to the Global Partnership for AI, Responsible Development, Use, and Governance of AI Working Group

Dipl.-Ing. Filiz Elmas, Head of Business Development Artificial Intelligence at DIN (German Institute for Standardization), Project Leader „German Standardization Roadmap on Artificial Intelligence“

Olia Kanevskaia, Assistant Professor of European Economic Law and Technology, Utrecht University

Ursula Pachl, Deputy Director General of BEUC, the European Consumer Organisation, Brussels, Belgium

Rob Heyman, Coordinator Knowledge Centre Data & Society, Senior Researcher imec-SMIT

📆 30 May 2022
📍 Leuven (Belgium)
✉️ [email protected]

Meet Salvatore Rocco, the winner of the RAILS Student Paper Award 2021 🔥

Get his award winning paper on "Implementing and managing Algorithmic Decision-Making in the public sector" now
👉 ai-laws.org/award

Salvatore Rocco is a legal engineer with an Integrated MA in Law from the Bocconi University. He graduated with honors, defending a thesis on the use of AI in the public sector, and awarded the Law School Excellence Prize in recognition of his outstanding academic performance. Passionate about Law & Technology, Salvatore Rocco now combines his research activity with a career in Legal Tech, as Legal Engineer at Loyens & Loeff N.V. Former member of B.S. Advocacy & Litigation and Author at MediaLaws.eu.

✉️ Get in touch with Salvatore Rocco via LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/salvatore-rocco

Meet the speakers for the 4th ! 🔥

Colin Crone opens the second panel with a talk on Standardizing Data Quality. He is an expert member of ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 42 - Artificial intelligence Working Group 2, editor of ISO/IEC CD 8183 - Data life cycle framework, Associate Partner of BSI and Director of IT Konstruct Ltd.

After that Dr. Julian Padget will give us a lecture on Standardizing Explainability. He ist Associate Professor of Computer Science at the University of Bath; Participant in ISO/SC42/WG2 (Data), WG3 (Trust) and WG5 (AI systems), CEN/JTC21 (AI), IEEE P7003 (Algorithmic bias) and a Member of the UN Committee of Experts (Big Data).

📆 30 May 2022
📍 Leuven (Belgium)
✉️ [email protected]