The "Artificial Intelligence, Autonomous Systems, and Law" conference, organized by the Silicon Flatirons Center at the University of Colorado Law School, took place on March 7, 2025. This event convened experts from academia, industry, and government to discuss the rapid expansion of AI autonomous systems and their legal and regulatory implications.
Key topics included developments in AI autonomous software agents, policy and legal issues surrounding emerging AI technologies, and the impact of autonomous vehicles on law and policy. Sessions featured discussions on AI-driven decision-making, liability, accountability, and governance challenges posed by autonomous systems.
The conference offered networking opportunities during breaks and a reception, allowing attendees to engage with peers and speakers. Notable participants included Professor Harry Surden from the University of Colorado Law School, who delivered the keynote address, and panelists such as Nathan Schneider, Lucas Thelosen, and Elana Zeide, who shared insights on AI advancements and their societal impacts.
Legal professionals, policymakers, technologists, and academics interested in the intersection of AI and law would find this conference particularly beneficial. It provided a platform to explore pressing challenges introduced by autonomous systems and to chart paths forward for responsible governance and innovation.
Speakers(11)
Brian Argrow
Distinguished Professor and Glenn Murphy Endowed Chair at University of Colorado Boulder
Brian Argrow is a Distinguished Professor and Glenn Murphy Endowed Chair at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in aerospace engineering and autonomous systems.
Calli Schroeder
Senior Counsel and AI/Human Rights Program Lead at Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC)
Calli Schroeder is Senior Counsel and AI/Human Rights Program Lead at EPIC, specializing in privacy and human rights issues related to artificial intelligence.
Chuck Thorpe
Professor at Clarkson University
Chuck Thorpe is a Professor at Clarkson University, with expertise in robotics and autonomous systems.
David Levine
Associate Dean of Faculty Development and Professor of Law at Elon University School of Law
David Levine is the Associate Dean of Faculty Development and Professor of Law at Elon University School of Law, with expertise in intellectual property and technology law.
Elana Zeide
Assistant Professor at University of Nebraska College of Law
Elana Zeide is an Assistant Professor at the University of Nebraska College of Law, specializing in privacy, technology, and education law.
Harry Surden
Professor of Law at University of Colorado Law School
Harry Surden is a Professor of Law at the University of Colorado Law School, specializing in legal informatics, artificial intelligence and law, and issues concerning self-driving vehicles.
Keith Gremban
Spectrum Policy Initiative Co-director at Silicon Flatirons
Keith Gremban is the Co-director of the Spectrum Policy Initiative at Silicon Flatirons, focusing on spectrum management and policy.
Lucas Thelosen
CEO at Gravity Foundation
Lucas Thelosen is the CEO of Gravity Foundation, leading initiatives in technology and innovation.
Marc Canellas
Assistant Public Defender, Forensics Division at Maryland Office of the Public Defender
Marc Canellas is an Assistant Public Defender in the Forensics Division at the Maryland Office of the Public Defender, focusing on forensic science and technology in criminal defense.
Nathan Schneider
Assistant Professor, Media Studies at University of Colorado Boulder
Nathan Schneider is an Assistant Professor in Media Studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, focusing on media, technology, and society.
Paul Lin
Co-Founder and CEO at Returned.com
Paul Lin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Returned.com, focusing on innovative solutions in the e-commerce sector.
Event Details
- Date
- March 7, 2025
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Boulder, United States
- Wolf Law Building, University of Colorado Law School
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Legal professionals, policymakers, technologists, academics
- CLE Credits
- 4.00 general credits and 3.50 ethics credits
- Attendees
- Approximately 200 attendees