Amsterdam & Partners LLP warned the Spanish government today to immediately address alleged abuses by its tax authority against both foreign residents and citizens as documented in an initial report published in Madrid. Continue reading
Category Archives: Legal
People trust legal advice generated by ChatGPT more than a lawyer – new study
Eike Schneiders, University of Southampton; Joshua Krook, University of Southampton, and Tina Seabrooke, University of Southampton
People who aren’t legal experts are more willing to rely on legal advice provided by ChatGPT than by real lawyers – at least, when they don’t know which of the two provided the advice. Continue reading
Unlock global legal intelligence
Jan. 2, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — Legal Tech News explains how to use generative AI to interact with Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). The authors demonstrate how to access and utilise the CourtListener API to retrieve case data using Python code generated by AI. They highlight the benefits of API integration for automating tasks and improving workflows within legal technology, extending this concept beyond legal applications to broader uses. Continue reading
Rebound in legal tech funding
This Law.com article details significant legal tech investments in 2024, driven by generative AI advancements, alongside several “Who Got the Work” sections reporting on recent legal representation assignments across various cases. The article highlights a rebound in legal tech funding, showcasing substantial investment rounds. Continue reading
British court to resume Mariana disaster trial on January 13
The British court trial to determine BHP’s responsibility for the 2015 collapse of the Samarco dam in Mariana, Minas Gerais state, will resume on January 13. Samarco is a joint venture between Brazil’s Vale and BHP’s Brazilian subsidiary. Continue reading
Yubo Global Standards Reference Document for Online Protection of Minors Continues to Gain Support Following International Debut in the United States
Yubo, a leading social discovery app for young adults around the world, is proud to announce continued international public affairs efforts to amplify the groundbreaking online safety policy initiative, AFNOR Spec. Continue road
The People’s Bid for TikTok Is Prepared to Move Forward with Bid Following U.S. Court of Appeals Ruling Upholding Divestment of TikTok in the U.S. By Its Parent Company
Following today’s ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals affirming TikTok’s parent company ByteDance must divest its U.S. operations, Frank McCourt, Founder of Project Liberty and the catalyst behind The People’s Bid for TikTok released the following statement Continue reading
Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa Calls to Many Global Remote Workers
Digital nomads, lucky professionals with flexible jobs that allow them to work from anywhere in the world, are increasingly choosing Spain as their base. The Digital Nomad Visa (DNV), introduced as part of Spain’s new Start-ups Law in December 2022, has become a popular tool for relocating to Spain from various countries. Continue reading
Jus Mundi launches Jus AI and raises $22M in Series B round
Jus Mundi, the global legal AI company, today announced that it will launch Jus AI, its research and productivity assistant for global legal professionals, at IBA Mexico on September 16. In addition, the company has secured €20M (US $22M) in Series B funding, one of the largest rounds of funding for a European legal tech company. Continue reading
Three Napa wineries sue Napa County in federal court
After years of their concerns falling on deaf ears, three Napa wineries have joined forces to sue Napa County in federal court to address longstanding violations of constitutional rights. The participating wineries are Summit Lake Vineyard, Smith-Madrone Winery, and Hoopes Vineyard. Continue reading