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From Skadden, "SkadBytes: Tech Innovation Meets Regulation" is a podcast exploring the critical developments shaping today's rapidly evolving tech landscape. Host Deborah Kirk and colleagues deliver focused insights on the pressing regulatory issues that matter to tech businesses, investors and industry leaders worldwide. Whether you're in-house counsel, a private equity professional, an investment banker or a business leader driving tech innovation, SkadBytes provides the strategic insights you need to navigate the intersection of innovation and regulation. If you're enjoying "SkadBytes: Tech Innovation Meets Regulation," be sure to subscribe in your favorite podcast app so you don't miss any future episodes. Additional information about Skadden can be found at Skadden.com. Disclaimer "SkadBytes: Tech Innovation Meets Regulation" is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

  1. MAY 6

    AI Regulation: EU and UK Update and What It Means in Practice

    Skadden attorneys Jonathan Stephenson and Alistair Ho join host Deborah Kirk to unpack the latest developments in EU and UK AI regulation and what they mean in practice. Jonathan explains that the EU's AI Omnibus is heading toward finalization before its August 2026 deadline, with key changes to high-risk AI timelines, SME exemptions and AI literacy obligations. The panel then turns to the UK's Data Use and Access Act, with Jonathan detailing how it overhauls automated decision-making, Alistair discussing the introduction of recognized legitimate interests and new criminal offenses targeting non-consensual deepfakes, and all three examining the government's decision to step back from a broad text and data mining exception. Drawing on insights from Skadden's recent AI forum, the discussion underscores one consistent message: Businesses operating across borders should plan for regulatory fragmentation, not convergence. Connect and Learn More☑️ Alistair Ho | LinkedIn ☑️ Jonathan Stephenson I LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

    28 min

  2. APR 28

    BYTES: Autonomous Vehicles

    Driverless cars are essentially "moving computers." No longer just a sci-fi concept, these vehicles operate as taxis in parts of the U.S. In this episode of “Bytes,” jargon-free insights from Skadden’s IP and Tech team, Akvile Jaseviciute breaks down how autonomous vehicles work and how questions about liability shift once human drivers are removed from the equation. As Akvile explains, “Certifying that a vehicle is safe without a human fallback is yet another live regulatory challenge.” Tune in as she weighs in on the regulatory and legal future of this futuristic technology. Connect and Learn More☑️ Akvile Jaseviciute | LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

    3 min

  3. MAR 20

    BYTES: 5G — Beyond Faster Phones

    The jump from 4G to 5G isn't incremental. And it’s no small thing. “It’s a huge leap in three key areas: speed, responsiveness and capability," says Emily Griffin, a member of Skadden’s IP and Technology team in London. In this episode of Skadden’s “Bytes,” Emilly breaks down what 5G is and why it matters. As she explains, 5G delivers data rates up to 100 times faster than 4G, reduces latency to as little as one millisecond, and supports up to a million devices per square kilometer. Emily also highlights the legal complexities that businesses face in deploying private 5G networks, including issues of licensing, spectrum access, data control and compliance with privacy laws like the GDPR. Connect and Learn More☑️ Emily Griffin | LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

    2 min

  4. FEB 11

    2026 Trends to Watch: Regulation, Infrastructure and IP in Motion

    Last year was a defining year for technology regulation in the EU, with its Data Act, Apply AI Strategy, and digital omnibus proposal that signaled a shift toward a more coherent regulatory framework. What does all this mean for 2026? Tune in for a breakdown of the top six trends in technology regulation from host Deborah Kirk and colleagues Jonathan Stephenson and Alistair Ho, of Skadden’s IP and tech transactions team in London. “If there's one unifying message here, it's that 2026 is not about invention – it’s about integration,” Deborah observes “The clients we see moving fastest are the ones embedding legal thinking into how their products are built, how contracts are structured, and how systems are governed.” Connect and Learn More☑️ Alistair Ho | LinkedIn ☑️ Jonathan Stephenson | LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

    21 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    BYTES: Agentic AI Versus Generative AI

    In this "Byte," Akvile Jaseviciute from Skadden’s IP and Technology team breaks down two key AI terms: generative AI and agentic AI. Generative AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini and DALL-E create new content such as emails, images and summaries. Agentic AI, on the other hand, refers to emerging systems that are designed to plan, make decisions and carry out actions with limited human input. As AI systems start to make decisions and operate independently, businesses face tough questions about ownership, liability, bias, data protection and IP. Connect and Learn More☑️ Akvile Jaseviciute | LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

    2 min

  6. 11/24/2025

    Apply AI, the EU AI Act and What Comes Next

    As the EU pivots from drafting AI rules to deploying AI at scale, businesses must face a swiftly advancing regulatory landscape. In this episode of "SkadBytes," partner Deborah Kirk and associate Alistair Ho from Skadden's IP and Technology team discuss the EU AI Act's phased rollout, the European Commission's €1 billion Apply AI Strategy and the just-published Digital Omnibus. They explore how these developments are driving sector-by-sector AI adoption, reshaping infrastructure and sovereignty considerations, and elevating the role of governance and early engagement for organizations across the region. Connect and Learn More☑️ Alistair Ho | LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

    10 min

  7. 11/13/2025

    BYTES: SaaS, IaaS, PaaS, DaaS

    In this “Byte,” Emily Griffin from Skadden’s IP and Technology team describes the key acronyms that power today's digital economy. As she explains, SaaS (Software as a Service), IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service) and DaaS (Desktop as a Service) form a comprehensive cloud "stack.” “Understanding where a business sits in the stack is crucial for regulatory compliance, legal and commercial risks,” she says. Connect and Learn More☑️ Emily Griffin | LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

    2 min

  8. 10/23/2025

    The EU Data Act: How New Rules Could Reshape Access, Control and Competition in the Data Economy

    The EU Data Act represents a fundamental change in how data will be shared, controlled and accessed across industries. Yet “you might not have heard much about this Act in the headlines,” says host Deborah Kirk. To help listeners understand this impactful law, she invites Skadden colleagues Alistair Ho (Cybersecurity and Data Privacy) and Emily Griffin (Intellectual Property and Technology) to share their insights. The team explores why response to the act has been muted, how it differs from precious data-focused legislation and what businesses need to do to comply with its provisions. Connect and Learn More☑️ Alistair Ho | LinkedIn ☑️ Emily Griffin | LinkedIn ☑️ Deborah Kirk | LinkedIn ☑️ Skadden | LinkedIn | X | Facebook ☑️ Subscribe Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music “SkadBytes” is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

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From Skadden, "SkadBytes: Tech Innovation Meets Regulation" is a podcast exploring the critical developments shaping today's rapidly evolving tech landscape. Host Deborah Kirk and colleagues deliver focused insights on the pressing regulatory issues that matter to tech businesses, investors and industry leaders worldwide. Whether you're in-house counsel, a private equity professional, an investment banker or a business leader driving tech innovation, SkadBytes provides the strategic insights you need to navigate the intersection of innovation and regulation. If you're enjoying "SkadBytes: Tech Innovation Meets Regulation," be sure to subscribe in your favorite podcast app so you don't miss any future episodes. Additional information about Skadden can be found at Skadden.com. Disclaimer "SkadBytes: Tech Innovation Meets Regulation" is presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates. This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended and should not be construed as legal advice. This podcast is considered advertising under applicable state laws.

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  • Creator
    Skadden
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 Skadden
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    SkadBytes