Episode 7: Ellen Keenan-O’Malley from EIP

The Conversational AI Podcast

25-10-2024 • 17 mins

In today's episode, I'm speaking with Ellen Keenan-O'Malley, a commercial IP lawyer at EIP, about the legal challenges surrounding Artificial Intelligence and Conversational AI.

We discuss the current state of AI law, the implications of GDPR on Conversational AI, and the importance of understanding liability in AI solutions.

Ellen emphasizes the need for companies to consider legal aspects from the outset of AI development and highlights the evolving role of legal professionals in the tech landscape.

If you've got any questions around the topic of intellectual property and AI, I would strongly recommend reaching out to Ellen for a conversation via her corporate profile on EIP.com or her LinkedIn profile.

Takeaways

  • AI law is currently ambiguous and evolving.
  • Companies often approach lawyers at the last minute.
  • Data protection is a significant concern in conversational AI.
  • Existing laws like GDPR still apply to AI technologies.
  • Indemnity provisions are crucial for AI vendors.
  • Legal considerations should be integrated from the start of AI projects.
  • Human intervention is necessary to mitigate AI risks.
  • AI can enhance efficiency in the legal profession.
  • The legal profession must adapt to the rise of AI.
  • Engaging with legal experts early can save time and resources.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to AI Legal Issues
  • 03:38 Navigating AI Regulations and Compliance
  • 08:36 Understanding Liability in AI Implementations
  • 11:15 The Role of Legal Professionals in AI Development
  • 15:17 Future of AI in the Legal Profession