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Legal4Tech

Welcome to Legal4Tech, the go-to podcast for exploring the fascinating intersection of law and technology. Here, we break down complex legal concepts and cutting-edge tech trends into accessible, thought-provoking discussions. Whether you're a legal professional curious about the future of your field, a tech enthusiast intrigued by the regulatory landscape, or just someone eager to understand how the digital age is reshaping justice, this show has something for you. Get ready for expert insights, real-world examples, and practical takeaways that will keep you informed and inspired!

  1. 4d ago

    Inside the EU AI Act: Editing the Thematic Commentary with Gianclaudio Malgieri

    In this episode of Legal4Tech - The Podcast, Rosie welcomes back associate professor Gianclaudio Malgieri from Leiden University to discuss his role as main editor of The EU Artificial Intelligence Act: A Thematic Commentary. We discuss topics such as: How a two-year editorial marathon turned the AI Act into 38 thematic chapters for students and researchers. The challenges of coordinating 41 authors from 14 countries and diverse backgrounds.Balancing depth and accessibility when explaining complex AI rules and their interaction with GDPR and other EU laws.How the book aims to guide future policymakers, national authorities and courts in interpreting the AI Act. Tune in to go behind the scenes of a major EU AI regulation project and get a practical roadmap to studying the AI Act. Shownotes: The EU Artificial Intelligence Act: A Thematic CommentaryAcademic book page (research portal entry)Gianclaudio Malgieri - Brussels Privacy Hub profileEU Artificial Intelligence Act - overview and resources Book launch roundtable registration link - The EU Artificial Intelligence Act Sponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at ⁠https://digibeetle.eu⁠. Sponsored by GIEF. The Geopolitical Insight and Education Foundation is an independent policy and research think tank focused on stability in our democracies. Learn more at https://www.giefoundation.net/

    35 min

  2. Jun 3

    A Map to Democracy - Data Sovereignty as Final Destination with Brent van der Heiden & Bennett Iorio

    In this episode of Legal4Tech - The Podcast, we talk with Bennett from the GIEF Foundation and Brent van der Heiden, co-founder of MapAtlas, to unpack why mapping is a deeply political act and why data sovereignty matters for democracy. We explore topics such as: How commercial map apps turn our movements into valuable data streams and why "free" maps can come at the cost of our privacyThe promise and pitfalls of decentralized mapping and how citizen-driven maps could empower communities in the Global South. What the article argues about regulating spatial data, limiting data brokerage and building citizen-aligned mapping infrastructures. Join us for a deep dive into how location data, tech monopolies and governance models intersect to shape the future of our democracies. Shownotes: Who Owns the Map? Data sovereignty is Required to Protect Democracy Sponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at https://digibeetle.eu. Sponsored by GIEF. The Geopolitical Insight and Education Foundation is an independent policy and research think tank focused on stability in our democracies. Learn more at https://www.giefoundation.net/

    45 min

  3. May 20

    AI Act 2: Inside the Digital Omnibus Drama with Laura Caroli

    In this episode of Legal4Tech - The Podcast, we talk for the second time with Dr. Laura Caroli to unpack the latest, dramatic, developments around the Digital Omnibus and what they could mean for the future of EU AI regulation. We discuss topics such as: The political and legislative controversy surrounding the Digital OmnibusHow the provisional agreement would tackle transparency, watermarking and the treatment of deepfakesWhy some AI rules remain untouched, including the continued relevance of sector-specific standardsThe broader tension between simplification, legal certainty and the protection of users and fundamental rightsListen now to follow the key debates shaping the next phase of AI governance in Europe. Shownotes: Consultation on the draft guidelines on transparency obligations under the AI Act (open till the 3rd June 2026)Laura Caroli's Substack Sponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at https://digibeetle.eu.

    1h 4m

  4. May 13

    H for Humanity: a Letter to save Knowledge with Bennett Iorio

    In this episode of Legal4Tech - The Podcast, we sit down with Bennett Iorio, founder of the Geopolitical Insight and Education (GIE) Foundation, to explore how responsible AI in science ties directly to the resilience of our democracies. We discuss topics such as: The three key drivers of democratic instability: technological acceleration, geopolitical shifts and environmental pressuresHow generative AI is already affecting the integrity of the scientific record through AI-wirtten papers, sysntethic data and AI-generated peer reviewsThe "Responsible AI in Science" open letter and campaign targeting major academic publishers with enforcement, disclosure and detection standardsWhy protecting epistemic trust in science is essential for good policy, public debate and democratic stabilityListen now to understand how better AI governance in academic publishing can help safeguard both science and democracy. Shownotes: GIE Foundation (LinkedIn, Website)Open Letter on Responsible AI in ScienceSlow AINew Commentary - Who Owns the MapSponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at https://digibeetle.eu.

    38 min

  5. May 6

    Correction or Protection: why Art.6(11) of the DMA requires revision with Mark Leiser

    In this episode of Legal4Tech - The Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Mark Leiser to unpack Article 6(11) of the Digital Markets Act and its impact on search data, competition and privacy in the EU. You'll hear about: The tension between platform power, contestability and fundamental rightsThe risks of "anonymisation light" and relying on contracts to prevent re-identificationA proposed safe access regime using stronger anonymisation, utility checks and controlled APIsWhy AI chatbots and LLMs need to be carefully limited to genuine search functionsJoin us for a discussion on the latest developments around the DMA! Shownotes: Mark's open-access consultation submission on Article 6(11) DMA (Google search data sharing)Online lecture on Article 6(11) DMAMark's LinkedIn (for the consultation and ongoing updates)Dark Patterns, Deceptive Design, and the Law - Mark Leiser Sponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at https://digibeetle.eu.

    45 min

  6. Apr 30

    An Omnibus that doesn't reflect it all: considerations on the digital omnibus on AI with Joost Gerritsen

    In this episode of Legal4Tech - The Podcast, we sit down with Joost Gerritsen, a veteran of the podcast, to dive into the latest stalled talks around the EU's digital omnibus and what they could mean for the future of the AI act. We explore topics such as: The breakdown of negotiations between the Commission, Council and ParliamentThe tension between innovation, red tape and fundamental rightsThe role of standards in making the AI Act workableJoin us for a discussion on how Europe may shape the future of AI regulation. Shownotes: Subscription link to the Digibeetle workshop at the CPDP Conference in Brussels on the 30th of MaySponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at https://digibeetle.eu.

    55 min

  7. Apr 16

    May 'AI't please the court: how a judiciary adopts IT and AI with Simone Rossi

    DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded in Italian In questo episodio di Legal4Tech - The Podcast intervistiamo Simone Rossi per ripercorrere oltre 25 anni di trasformazione digitale della giustizia italiana, dalla nascita del processo civile telematico alle prospettive future del penale telematico e dell'intelligenza artificiale nei tribunali. Parliamo di: Come è nata l'idea del processo civile telematico e delle prime sperimentazioni per ridurre i tempi.L'impatto dell'obbligatorietà del PCT, del Covid e della riforma Cartabia sulla piena digitalizzazione del processo civile. Le potenzialità e le criticità legate all'introduzione di sistemi di intelligenza artificiale nel processo decisionale del giudice. Ascolta ora per capire come cambiano organizzazione, ruoli e tecnologie nella giustizia italiana. Sponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at https://digibeetle.eu.

    40 min

  8. Apr 8

    AI Governance, the EU AI Act and Practical Compliance with Federico Marengo

    In this episode of Legal4Tech - The Podcast we sit down with Federico Marengo to navigate fast-moving AI adoption. We explore topics such as: AI governance challenges and responsible adoption for companiesEU AI Act details, postponements and global compliance needsGDPR, Shadow AI risks and enforcement strategiesFuture innovations like agentic AI and robotics for SMEsTune in to learn how to turn AI Act principles into practical governance for companies, LLLMs and agentic AI. Sponsored by Digibeetle Digibeetle helps privacy, AI, and data professionals stay on top of EU digital law, with notifications, a daily dashboard, and powerful search across thousands of sources. Learn more at https://digibeetle.eu.

    39 min
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Welcome to Legal4Tech, the go-to podcast for exploring the fascinating intersection of law and technology. Here, we break down complex legal concepts and cutting-edge tech trends into accessible, thought-provoking discussions. Whether you're a legal professional curious about the future of your field, a tech enthusiast intrigued by the regulatory landscape, or just someone eager to understand how the digital age is reshaping justice, this show has something for you. Get ready for expert insights, real-world examples, and practical takeaways that will keep you informed and inspired!

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  • Creator
    Legal4Tech
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    113
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