Focus on Artificial Intelligence

The UK High Court has issued a decision in Getty Images v Stability Al, the UK's first and so far most important suit addressing the emerging IP issues posed by generative AI.

The European Commission has published draft guidance and a reporting template addressing serious incidents under the AI Act, accompanied by a consultation to gather stakeholder feedback before finalization.

A summary of recently passed AI legislation in California, including AB489, SB243, the California AI Transparency Act, AB261, AB316, and the Preventing Algorithmic Price Fixing Act. 

On 6 August 2025, EIOPA published an opinion aimed at clarifying how the interpretation of insurance regulations should be aligned with the provisions of the AI Act.

This article considers the current law of privilege and explores how, absent a test case or legislative reform, the existing legal framework could protect privilege in communications created by, or with the assistance of, Generative AI Systems.

Regulations are in effect that amend the California Fair Employment and Housing Act’s regulatory framework and regulate the use of artificial intelligence in employment within the state.

AI is transforming drug discovery by accelerating timelines, reducing costs, and improving success rates across stages like target identification and clinical trials. With 70% of life sciences firms using AI, ethical and regulatory challenges remain, as laws lag behind rapid adoption.

Key observations based on complaints filed since the beginning of 2024 alleging violations of the federal securities laws and including some reference to AI, machine learning, or related technologies.

The FTC has launched a Section 6(b) market study into AI companion chatbots, focusing on child safety, monetization, advertising practices, and regulatory compliance.

AKD Partners’s proactive compliance as a service (PCaaS) uses AI and domain-trained language models to detect early legal risks in unstructured data – transforming compliance from a  reactive response to proactive foresight.

AI is reshaping insurance, but regulation is uneven. APRA enforces strict oversight via CPS 230, while the Productivity Commission urges restraint to support innovation. Insurers must balance governance and outcomes to lead. Success depends on embedding controls, updating contracts, and aligning with evolving standards.

AKD Partners leaders provide a timely update on the legal developments shaping the financial services landscape. This critical program unpacks the most pressing AI-related litigation and regulatory actions, explores the cross-sector implications, and offers guidance on how financial institutions can navigate these increasingly difficult challenges.

Leaders from AKD Partners hosted a practical session exploring how AI tools are being used—and challenged—in litigation and trial settings.