Copenhagen Legal/Tech Lab Podcast

Are We Ready to Share Our Skies with Drones?

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the integration of drones into our daily lives is no longer a question of "if" but "when." The latest episode of the Copenhagen Legal Tech Lab Podcast, "Rethinking Big Tech," hosted by Alexandra, delves deep into this topic with guest Anna Zenz, a PhD candidate deeply immersed in the study of drone technology's development, regulation, and societal impact.

The conversation unveils the complexities of drone technology from its military origins to its current and potential civilian applications, including delivery services. It critically examines the regulatory challenges, public sentiment, and the broader implications of drones on privacy, safety, and environmental concerns. With commercial drone delivery on the rise, particularly highlighted through the case study of Google's Wing in Australia, the episode provides invaluable insights into the ongoing debate around technological advancement versus community well-being.

This episode is not just a discussion; it's a call to action for policymakers, legal professionals, technologists, and the public to engage in meaningful dialogue about the future we want to create with these technologies. The balance between innovation and regulation, the importance of community engagement, and the need for nuanced regulatory approaches are central themes.

As we stand at the crossroads of embracing drone technology, this episode serves as a crucial resource for understanding the multifaceted implications of drones in our skies. It's a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of technology, law, and society.

Is the inevitability of tech-driven legislation a foregone conclusion? Dive into our latest podcast episode "Challenging Inevitability" for a compelling discussion on reshaping tech policy through human-centric approaches.

🎧 In this insightful discussion, Dr. Hannah Smith of the UWA Tech and Policy Lab and UWA Law School sheds light on crafting technology regulations with public interest at the core. Discover the transformative power of inclusive legislative processes and the crucial role of citizen participation in establishing norms that resonate with societal values.

We explore the pivotal influence of major tech entities on policy-making and the imperative of fostering a legislative ecosystem that is transparent, participatory, and reflective of the community's aspirations. Dr. Smith points to successful models like V Taiwan, showcasing the tangible benefits of integrating citizen voices in governance.

🌐 Join us in this thought-provoking journey to unravel the complexities of adapting participatory models across diverse cultural landscapes, emphasizing the significance of iterative, citizen-focused frameworks in lawmaking.

This episode, a part of the "Rethinking Big Tech" series by Copenhagen Legal Tech Lab, is not just a conversation but an invitation to reimagine the future of tech policy. Thanks to UWA Tech & Policy Lab, University of WA, and the University of Copenhagen for facilitating this enlightening discussion. A big thanks again to UWA Tech & Policy Lab Directors Julia Powles and Jacqueline Alderson for their leadership of the Lab’s research program and for making this season possible.

Supported by the Carlsberg Foundation and Independent Research Fund Denmark.

🌐 Are we ready for the Metaverse? The latest episode of the Copenhagen Legal/Tech Lab Podcast delves deep into the heart of virtual reality's future.

In episode 5 of Season 3, we're joined by Noelle Martin, a legal activist and researcher from the UWA Tech & Policy Lab. She sheds light on the potential societal and legal implications of the Metaverse. How will our identities be protected? What about privacy and online safety in a world where the lines between digital and physical blur?

🤔 Noelle and host Alexandra Andhov engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the challenges of regulating this emerging virtual world. From deepfakes to virtual crimes, the conversation uncovers the myriad issues we must navigate as we edge closer to a 3D digital universe.

🔍 Learn how the Metaverse could redefine human interaction, privacy, and legal boundaries. This episode is not just a conversation but a wake-up call to policymakers and the public alike.

Thanks to UWA Tech & Policy Lab, University of WA, and the University of Copenhagen for facilitating this enlightening discussion. A special mention to our supporters, Carlsberg Foundation and Independent Research Fund Denmark.

#Metaverse #VirtualReality #LegalTech #OnlineSafety #TechPolicy #DigitalIdentity #CopenhagenLegalTechLab

Are you ready to rethink Big Tech? 

Join us for the third season of the Copenhagen Legal/Tech Lab Podcast, where we explore the critical intersection of technology, law, and policy.

In collaboration with the UWA Tech & Policy Lab at UWA Law School, The University of Western Australia, this season presents a compelling series of interviews featuring prominent UWA scholars, researchers, and experts who diligently examine the profound challenges presented by Big Tech companies in our everyday lives. Our overarching objective this season is to delve deeper into the intricate world of Big Tech, shedding light on its far-reaching impact, affecting not only individuals but society as a whole.

Here's what you can expect, learning from the three research streams of Julia Powles, Co-Founder and Director of the UWA Tech & Policy Lab:

📌 Big Tech Culpability: We delve into the "reckless disregard" of the tech giants. How do they get away with so much, with so little consequence?

📌 Curbing Human Monitoring: Uncover the challenges surrounding the sensing and digitisation of human bodies and movement. What does it mean for identity and opportunity?

📌 Challenging Inevitability: We confront technological determinism and explore why and how we allow tech giants to shape our future.

Host for this episode: Alexandra Andhov, Founder and Director of the Copenhagen Legal/Tech Lab.

A big shoutout to our supporters: Carlsberg Foundation, Danmarks Frie Forskningsfond (Independent Research Fund Denmark).

This is a deep-dive episode on Legal Tech.

In the final episode of our second season, Jarek Owczarek shares insights on the future of legal tech and contract management. The episode explores the potential of automation, AI, and turning contracts into data to streamline processes. It highlights the importance of understanding client needs, providing a good user experience, and building a strong legal tech company.

Host:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Sven Mikulic

Guest:

• Jarek Owczarek - Contractbook

This is a 101 episode on Legal Tech.

In this podcast episode, we shed light on the multifaceted nature of legal tech and why it's become a crucial aspect of the legal field. Discover how technology is revolutionizing the way we create, describe, disseminate, and apply the law.

Host:

• Filippo Castorio
• Léonard Van Rompaey

Guest:

• Nick Hawtin

This is a deep-dive episode on DLT&Blockchain.

In this deep-dive episode, our focus is on blockchain and crypto assets, exploring their impact on people, technology, and business.

Host:

• Alexandra Andhov

Guest:

• Danny Dehghani

This is a 101 episode on DLT & Blockchain.

In this new podcast episode, we explore the world of #blockchain, focusing on the potential of revolutionising global transactions, making them faster and more cost-effective.

Host:

• Alexandra Andhov

Guest:

• Michal Gromek

This is a deep-dive episode on Artificial Intelligence.

In this deep-dive episode, discuss how AI can be used to improve legal research, and how it can help us get an overview of large amounts of information. We also touch on AI being used in the judiciary system and discuss whether or not it's a good idea.

Host:

• Léonard Van Rompaey

Guest:

• Henrik Palmer Olsen

This is a 101 episode on Artificial Intelligence.

In this 101 episode, we explore the world of Artificial Intelligence and its impact on our lives.

Host:

• Elizabeth Quinn

Guest:

• Gianluca Mauro

This is a 101 episode on Machine Learning.

In this episode we explore machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing, focusing on how computers learn and drawing parallels to human learning.

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Léonard Van Rompaey

This is a Deep-Dive episode on Machine Learning.

In this episode, we discuss large language models, such as Chat-GPT and their limitations in generating accurate legal text.

Host:

• Léonard Van Rompaey

Guest:

• Viktoria Chudinov

This is a Deep Dive episode on Data. In this episode, we focus on Data-Driven business models, the challenges of offering free products, how data can be used to increase advertising revenue, and the risks and costs associated with individuals using these platforms,

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Berdien van der Donk

Guest:

• Jan Trzaskowski

This is a 101 episode on Data.

What is Data? What are the different types and how can we regulate them? What does it mean to utilize data and is all data out there valuable?

Hosts:

• Berdien van der Donk
• Alexandra Andhov

Guest:

• Nine Riis

This is a Deep Dive episode on Algorithms. In this episode we focus on the different uses of algorithms in the Danish public administration.

Hosts:

• Léonard Van Rompaey
• Nine Riis

Guest:

• Hanne Marie Motzfeld

This is a 101 episode on Algorithms.

What is an algorithm? Why is it relevant for lawyers to know about algorithms? And how can we regulate algorithms?

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Léonard Van Rompaey 
• Sven Mikulic

This is a Deep Dive episode on Legal Design Thinking. Is the Legal Design Thinking process valuable for legal practice? How can lawyers learn and use Legal Design Thinking processes for their work? Let's find out!

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Nine Riis

Guest:

• Christian Hjortshøj

This is a 101 episode on Legal Design Thinking.

What is Design Thinking? How can it address the different needs of users?

Host:

• Alexandra Andhov

Guest:

• Pernille Korzon Dünweber

This is a Deep Dive episode on Computational Logic. In this episode we'll talk about how computers think, work and how they apply their thinking to law.

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Léonard Van Rompaey

This is a 101 episode on Logic & Computational Logic.

Is the law logical? Do lawyers need to know logic? How did logic develop into computational logic?

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Léonard Van Rompaey

In this episode we will be talking to Henrik Udsen, professor in IT law at the Faculty of Law - University of Copenhagen. Together we will discuss the history of computers and the future of lawyers. 

This is a Deep Dive episode.

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Berdien van der Donk

This is a 101 episode on Computations and History of Computers.

Hosts:

• Alexandra Andhov
• Léonard Van Rompaey
• Berdien van der Donk

Listen to this introductory episode about the topics that we will be covering during the second season of the Copenhagen Legal/Tech Lab Podcast.

Hosts: Alexandra Andhov, Berdien van der Donk, Léonard Van Rompaey. 

In this episode, Alexandra Andhov, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen and founder of the Copenhagen Legal Tech Lab, and Saule Omarova, Beth and Marc Goldberg Professor of Law at Cornell University discuss how to envision a more innovative future in the legal field and specifically in the financial sector. 

In this episode, Alexandra Andhov, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen and founder of the Copenhagen Legal Tech Lab, Léonard Van Rompaey, Industrial Post-Doc at the Faculty of Law, and Anastasia Karagianni, Visiting PhD Researcher, discuss the topic of A.I., focusing on how feminist data could make this technology more inclusive and fairer.

In this episode, Nick Hawtin, Legal Tech expert, and Peter Egehoved, General Partner at Seed Capital Denmark, discuss the financial and business opportunities within legal tech and the upcoming possibilities that technology can bring to the legal field. 

In this episode, Alexandra Andhov, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen and founder of the Copenhagen Legal Tech Lab, and Luigi Bruno, Privacy Engineering Leader and Cybersecurity and Privacy Leader for Investments in Group Digital at IKEA, discuss the topic of Cybersecurity arguing how and why this matter should be relevant to lawyers. 

In this episode, Nick Hawtin, Legal Tech expert, and Ulf Lindén, one of the founders of LegalWorks Nordic, discuss how to further embrace innovation, especially in law firms, and continue bringing legal industry closer to the people.

In this episode, Léonard Van Rompaey, Industrial postdoc at the University of Copenhagen, Faculty of law and at CO:PLAY, and David Restrepo Amariles, Associate Professor at HEC Paris, discuss the topic of Artificial Intelligence focusing on the concept of "Algorithmic Society" and how we can approach the emerging issues of this technology. 

In this episode, Alexandra Andhov, Associate professor at the University of Copenhagen, Faculty of law and founder of the Copenhagen Legal Tech Lab, Berdien van der Donk, PhD-fellow at the University of Copenhagen, Faculty of law, and Alberto Oddenino, Professor of International Law at the University of Torino, discuss the topic of NFTs focusing on the reasons for the recent proliferation of NFTs into art and their significance for the future of art.

In this episode, Stéphane Blemus, Postdoc at the University of Copenhagen, Faculty of law, Anne-Catherine Bohnert, deputy head of the Digital Money and Innovation Department at the Banque de France, and Saule Omarova, Beth and Marc Goldberg Professor of Law at Cornell University, discuss the opportunities and risks that CBDCs represent, both from the E.U. and U.S. perspective. 

In this episode, Nick Hawtin, Legal Tech expert, and Andrea Lindblom, Administrative Chief at Helsingborg District Court, discuss how to further embrace innovation, especially in the public sector, and continue bringing legal industry closer to the people.

In this episode, Nick Hawtin, Legal Tech expert, and Victoria Kopylov, Chief Commercial Officer at PocketLaw, discuss the possibilites of legal tech and how to improve the quality of legal services.

In this episode, Alexandra Andhov, Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Copenhagen and founder of the Copenhagen Legal Tech Lab, and Michele Benedetto Neitz, Professor of Law at Golden Gate University School of Law and the Founding Director of the Blockchain Law for Social Good Center, discuss the topic of Blockchain and how and why we should regulate it. 

Listen to our first episode where we explain why we decided to make a podcast and what we're going to talk about in our upcoming series.