Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionise the practice of law, potentially reshaping the principles of common law, according to Sir Geoffrey Vos, the Master of the Rolls. Speaking at the Manchester Law Society, Sir Geoffrey offered an optimistic view of...
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Spring Statement 2022
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Sir Geoffrey Vos believes AI will change principles and practices of common law
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to revolutionise the practice of law, potentially reshaping the principles of common law, according to Sir Geoffrey Vos, the Master of the Rolls. Speaking at the Manchester Law Society, Sir Geoffrey offered an optimistic view of...
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The cyber security criminals aren’t giving up, and they’re not just doubling down either. They are now tripling down. They even have virtual “ransomware supermarkets” for criminals to pop in and buy ransomware in a box with a set of instructions so even more criminals...
Spring Statement 2022
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