Bristows, a leading law firm, hosted an AI-focused conference titled "What a Time to be (AI)live!" on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. The event was chaired by Chris Holder, a partner and technology law expert at Bristows, and featured a panel of industry experts discussing the rapid rise of Generative AI technologies.
The conference delved into the mechanics of Generative AI models, such as text-to-text systems like ChatGPT and text-to-image models like Stable Diffusion. Key topics included the commercial applications of these technologies, the legal challenges they present, and the ethical considerations surrounding their use. The panel provided an introduction to the underlying technology and an overview of the evolving regulatory landscape.
Notable speakers at the event included Dr. Claudio Calvino, Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting; Professor Lilian Edwards, Professor of Law, Innovation & Society at Newcastle University; Anita Shaw, Europe Regulatory Lead for IP (AI, Data, Copyright) & Cybersecurity at IBM; and Sean Williams, Chief Executive of AutogenAI. Senior Associates from Bristows, Charlie Hawes and Toby Headdon, also contributed to the discussions.
The conference offered valuable insights for legal professionals, technologists, and business leaders interested in understanding the implications of Generative AI. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with experts, explore real-world applications, and discuss strategies for navigating the complex legal and ethical landscape of AI technologies.
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Speakers(5)
Anita Shaw
Europe Regulatory Lead for IP (AI, Data, Copyright) & Cybersecurity at IBM
Anita Shaw is the Europe Regulatory Lead for IP (AI, Data, Copyright) & Cybersecurity at IBM, focusing on regulatory compliance and policy development.
Charlie Hawes
Senior Associate at Bristows
Charlie Hawes is a Senior Associate at Bristows, with expertise in technology law and data protection.
Dr Claudio Calvino
Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting
Dr Claudio Calvino is a Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting, specializing in technology and data analytics.
Professor Lilian Edwards
Professor of Law, Innovation & Society at Newcastle University
Professor Lilian Edwards is a Professor of Law, Innovation & Society at Newcastle University, focusing on the legal and ethical implications of emerging technologies.
Sean Williams
Chief Executive at AutogenAI
Sean Williams is the Chief Executive of AutogenAI, leading the development of AI-driven solutions for various industries.
Event Details
- Date
- April 25, 2023
- Location
- 🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
- Bristows LLP
- Audience
- Legal professionals, technologists, business leaders