Epic Games' AI Stance Called Worse Than Sweeney's Anti-Disclosure Take
A Techdirt analysis argues Epic Games' position on AI in games is even more problematic than CEO Tim Sweeney's controversial anti-disclosure remarks.
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AI regulation, litigation, copyright and IP, and privacy law.
Trump-Appointed Judge Rebukes ICE for Misconduct in Court
A federal judge appointed by Trump has added to a growing pattern of courts condemning ICE's deceptive tactics in immigration habeas proceedings.
AI Model and Oral Arguments: Predictions for Five Federal Circuit Cases
A patent law professor applies an AI model to oral argument transcripts to forecast outcomes in five October Federal Circuit appeals.
Techdirt Godot Bundle Deal Offers No Law or Policy Content
The sole source is a promotional deal for a game development bundle, providing nothing relevant to law or policy.
Challengers Ask Supreme Court to Halt Texas-DOJ Immigration Rule Deal
Cities and a legal-services group argue the Texas-DOJ agreement was collusive and improperly bypassed notice-and-comment rulemaking.
Judge Dismisses Packaging Claim Against Sol de Janeiro
A court ruling dismissing a packaging claim against Sol de Janeiro appears to largely favor the brand, according to attorneys.
Law Schools Embrace AI Training and Flexible J.D. Programs
Above the Law's 2026 list spotlights how law schools are modernizing legal education with AI training and flexible degree paths.
Patent Bar to Litigator: Podcast on Forging an IP Career
A new IPWatchdog Unleashed episode features Nancy Braman discussing how IP practitioners can build careers through relationships and skill development.
Police Hide Surveillance Tech Use to Dodge Scrutiny and Bad Press
A new report shows law enforcement agencies are concealing their use of ALPRs, cell-site simulators, and facial recognition to avoid public backlash and accountability.
Lawfare Podcast Revisits a Spy Coup That Reshaped the Middle East
The episode examines how a single intelligence operation altered Cold War dynamics in the region.
Patent Firm Seeks Attorney for AI and Semiconductor Work
Studebaker Brackett PLLC is hiring a patent attorney or agent with an EE or physics degree and prosecution experience.
Beware FUBARS: Legal Blog Warns Breakdowns Come in Bunches
A brief Above the Law post cautions legal professionals that serious problems often arrive in clusters.
AI ROI Measurement Raises Questions About Who Keeps the Value
A new approach to quantifying AI's return on investment may force law firms to confront how the gains are distributed.
Press Secretary's Bar Claim Contradicted by China's Rules
A report alleges the new press secretary falsely claims to have passed China's bar exam, which is closed to foreign nationals.
Democratic Midterm Gains Could Accelerate Ukraine Aid, Himes Says
A senior House Democrat says a strong midterm showing for his party might speed up U.S. military support for Ukraine.
China Retains Easy TikTok Access After Trump 'Fixes'
A Techdirt analysis argues that the Trump administration's purported solutions to Chinese control of TikTok did not actually prevent China from accessing the platform.
Judge Rejects Retrospective Punishment of News Outlets in Fox News Case
A federal judge in Florida dismissed a plaintiff's theory that would allow news outlets to be punished after the fact for reporting, citing First Amendment protections.
News Managers Fired Over Anti-Gay Memo Win Over $4M From Nexstar
A $4 million-plus verdict against Nexstar Media shows the legal risk of firing news managers over an allegedly anti-gay memo.