Worldwide: Technology

The UN's Independent International Scientific Panel on AI has released its first politically-neutral, evidence-based global assessment of artificial intelligence. This groundbreaking report, chaired by Yoshua Bengio and Maria Ressa, examines the unprecedented speed of AI adoption, the concentration of AI capabilities in a handful of nations, and critical gaps in safety evaluation and governance. The findings reveal stark disparities in linguistic inclusion, technical expertise, and policy adaptation across

Follow technology and IP partner Xuyang Zhu through a day in Winston & Strawn's London office as she navigates the complex legal challenges created by emerging technologies, innovative business models, and evolving regulatory frameworks. Discover how legal professionals adapt when innovation meets opportunity in moments that define careers and shape industries.

The UK government has launched a consultation on workplace monitoring technologies as part of its Employment Rights Act 2025 reform agenda, seeking to balance the benefits of AI-driven workplace tools with worker privacy and fairness concerns. The consultation explores how employers should use monitoring technologies, from basic attendance tracking to algorithmic management systems, while ensuring transparency, accountability, and meaningful worker engagement. With three potential regulatory approaches on t

As the FIFA World Cup captivates audiences, UK fans are increasingly fascinated by the cutting-edge technologies powering the tournament. From microchip-embedded smart balls that track movement 500 times per second to AI-powered robotic security dogs patrolling stadiums, discover how innovation is transforming both the game on the pitch and the spectator experience off it.

Artificial intelligence is fundamentally transforming capability, growth, and risk across industries at unprecedented speed. Matt Clifford, entrepreneur and former U.K. Government AI Advisor, explores what this acceleration means for U.K. competitiveness, enterprise adoption, regulatory approaches, and the emerging risks that businesses must address today. From AI for science to the evolving cyber threat landscape, this conversation examines the practical implications of AI's rapid development and the criti

Senior Battery Scientist Ceren Zor shares her expert perspective on the rapidly evolving battery sector, examining current growth areas from high-nickel cathodes to emerging iron-air technologies. The discussion explores the critical interplay between hardware innovation and software advancement in manufacturing and deployment, while highlighting the UK's distinctive research ecosystem and the global landscape of battery development.

Discover the most significant developments shaping today's patent environment through insights from our recent webinar and comprehensive analysis of current trends.

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Professor Richard Susskind challenges senior in-house legal leaders to rethink AI's role in the legal profession, arguing that while short-term impacts are overestimated, the long-term transformation toward Artificial General Intelligence will fundamentally reshape how legal services are delivered. Can legal departments prepare for a future where AI doesn't just assist lawyers but potentially replaces the traditional advisory model entirely?