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AI Meets HIPAA Security: Understanding HHS’s Risk Strategies and Proposed Changes
Rebecca Staffel Rebecca Staffel

AI Meets HIPAA Security: Understanding HHS’s Risk Strategies and Proposed Changes

The HHS's proposed HIPAA changes will address AI security risks amidst the rapid integration of the technology into the healthcare space, applying a previously tech-agnostic regulation to AI. They require entities to integrate AI into risk assessments and manage vulnerabilities in ePHI handling. This shift aims to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive health data amid evolving AI technologies.

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New Jersey Updates Discrimination Law: New Rules for AI Fairness
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New Jersey Updates Discrimination Law: New Rules for AI Fairness

In January 2025, New Jersey released new guidance detailing laws on algorithmic description.  These new rules outline several ways the usage of AI can constitute as discriminatory and thus will impact employers using such tools for decision-making. The guidance also highlights key steps businesses must take to mitigate risks in this evolving technological and legal landscape.

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Large Language Models Pose Growing Security Risks
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Large Language Models Pose Growing Security Risks

Large language models (LLMs) are revolutionizing industries, but their rapid adoption comes with escalating security risks, from data breaches to malicious misuse. Government policy has always lagged behind technology, which begs the question: what role should corporations play in mitigating these risks?

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AI ‘hallucinations’ in court papers spell trouble for lawyers
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AI ‘hallucinations’ in court papers spell trouble for lawyers

AI hallucinations are causing headaches in the legal world as lawyers grapple with inaccuracies in court documents generated by AI tools. The risks and repercussions of relying on AI for critical legal work could have serious implications for the future of the profession and expose a growing need for tech literacy in the legal community.

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Artificial Intelligence Executive Order: Workplace Implications
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Artificial Intelligence Executive Order: Workplace Implications

The attorneys at Mintz Insights discuss the implications of President Trump's recent executive order on AI, which revokes several Biden-era policies. How will this shift in AI regulation affect the U.S. workforce and ongoing AI projects? What are the potential challenges and opportunities for businesses adapting to these changes?

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The USPTO and Copyright Office's Latest AI IP Recommendations
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The USPTO and Copyright Office's Latest AI IP Recommendations

The USPTO and Copyright Office recently issued recommendations addressing AI-related IP challenges. The USPTO's strategy focuses on integrating AI into patent and trademark processes while reaffirming human inventorship. The Copyright Office emphasizes human authorship for AI-generated works, reinforcing that only creations with significant human input qualify for copyright protection.

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What the US’ first major AI copyright ruling might mean for IP law
Rebecca Staffel Rebecca Staffel

What the US’ first major AI copyright ruling might mean for IP law

A U.S. federal judge ruled that Ross Intelligence infringed on Thomson Reuters' IP by using Westlaw's headnotes to train its AI. This decision, which might impact future AI copyright cases, highlights the tension between AI development and copyright law. The ruling could influence the outcome of over 39 similar lawsuits.

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Trump’s ’60 Minutes’ lawsuit is outrageous, dangerous
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Trump’s ’60 Minutes’ lawsuit is outrageous, dangerous

Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion lawsuit against CBS News over a "60 Minutes" interview with Kamala Harris, alleging news distortion. In the Seattle Times, Alex Alben argues that the case is outrageous, unprecedented and threatens to shake the core of American journalism.

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ABA Issues Comprehensive Formal Ethics Opinion on Lawyers’ Use of Generative AI
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ABA Issues Comprehensive Formal Ethics Opinion on Lawyers’ Use of Generative AI

The ABA issued Formal Opinion 512 on lawyers' use of GAI, emphasizing lawyers' responsibility, confidentiality, informed consent, supervisory roles, and reasonable fees. In her blog post, Kristen Niven from Frankfurt Kurnit Klein and Selz stresses the need for ongoing learning and ethical compliance as GAI technology evolves. Lawyers must exercise independent judgment and ensure competent, ethical practice when using GAI tools.

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State Government Use of AI: The Opportunities of Executive Action in 2025
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State Government Use of AI: The Opportunities of Executive Action in 2025

Some states are navigating AI's potential pitfalls and prioritizing civil rights better than others. A report from the Center for Democracy and Technology explores which states are leading the way in ethical AI governance and the recommendations for aligning AI definitions, starting with pilot projects, and implementing robust risk management practices.

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Social Media Ban for Children Is a Step Backward for Australia
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Social Media Ban for Children Is a Step Backward for Australia

Australia’s plan to ban children from social media might seem like a win for safety, but could it stifle digital literacy and connection? Explore why this controversial move might hinder more than help, and discover smarter solutions to protect young users without cutting them off from the digital world.

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For Trump, Delivering for Voters Means Delivering on AI
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For Trump, Delivering for Voters Means Delivering on AI

AI is shaping the future, and Trump’s policies could define America’s role in it. Discover how delivering on AI innovation aligns with voter priorities and why advancing this technology is key to economic growth, security, and global leadership.

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