Protecting American Interests in Algorithmic IP: Lessons from the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA)

In this blog, Porter Richards explores the intellectual property implications of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act (PAFACA). He argues that while the bill is intended to address national security threats posed by foreign-controlled platforms like TikTok, it also raises critical concerns about the ownership, regulation, and protection of algorithm-based IP.

OK, Computer: The Dangers of AI Chatbots

The increased use of AI chatbots for both business and personal use has presented a slew of problems. In this blog, Jen Neal explores the problems that AI chatbots have caused consumers and businesses alike. New court decisions and pending caselaw appear to indicate that premature, unmonitored rollouts of new technology can have serious consequences.

John Doe Summons and the Fourth Amendment: The IRS’s Power vs. Digital Privacy

In this article, Porter Richards examines the IRS’s use of the John Doe Summons and its implications for Fourth Amendment privacy rights. He argues that while courts have upheld these summonses under the third-party doctrine, the rise of digital financial data challenges this framework. As technology evolves, stricter judicial oversight may be needed to balance tax enforcement with constitutional protections.

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