Tech & Sourcing @ Morgan Lewis

TECHNOLOGY TRANSACTIONS, OUTSOURCING, AND COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS NEWS FOR LAWYERS AND SOURCING PROFESSIONALS
As we look ahead to 2025, it's clear that the next few years will bring about groundbreaking shifts across industries, with technologies such as AI, quantum computing, data centers, robotics, and autonomous vehicles leading the charge. These innovations are far more than buzzwords—they have the potential to redefine how we live, work, and interact. In this article, we dive into the top technologies set to make a significant impact in 2025 and explore why they’re worth watching closely.
Open-source software (OSS) and artificial intelligence (AI) are commonly used terms in today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape. Both are pivotal in shaping modern technology but are rooted in different goals and philosophies. OSS promotes collaboration and transparency, while AI looks to mimic human behaviors. Despite their objective differences, there are intriguing intersections between OSS and AI, which this article will explore.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is top of mind for all businesses looking to grow. Economic researchers point to AI as a key factor to boost the economy, and believe that AI could result in billions, if not trillions, of dollars in technology-related spending. However, this potential growth will not be possible in isolation; it requires massive amounts of supporting infrastructure.
By way of update to our recent reporting on the California legislative efforts to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), on September 29, 2024 California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1047, a bill imposing new AI safety regulations, while approving AB 2013, a law mandating transparency in generative AI.
Employers in the Asian region face novel challenges in connection with the heightened competition for talent in the technology sector. Offering remote or flexible work arrangements can serve as a competitive advantage. However, it is essential for companies to consider implications related to immigration, tax, data privacy, security, and employment law.
The leaders of Morgan Lewis’s aerospace and defense industry team will be hosting Space and Satellite Night in our Houston office on September 26, featuring a discussion on space commercialization developments followed by a reception. Join counsel and executives from leading aerospace and defense companies, together with Morgan Lewis lawyers representing active industry participants in a range of issues, to explore trends, opportunities, and legal, regulatory, and commercial challenges impacting the industry.
The Ministry of Public Security and the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) on July 26, 2024 released an announcement soliciting public comments on the Draft Measures for the Administration of National Network Identity Authentication Public Services (for Public Comment) (Draft Measure).
Morgan Lewis partners Christopher C. Archer, Anastasia Dergacheva, and J. Daniel Skees as well as associate Arjun Prasad Ramadevanahalli will discuss developments and trends in cybersecurity and digital transformation for the energy industry on Wednesday, November 29.
Morgan Lewis is hosting our annual Tech & Sourcing Summit in New York on Wednesday, October 25. The summit will include a full day of sessions starting in the morning with breakfast, followed by a networking lunch.
Our presenters will address certain recommended provisions for terms of service, relevant questions to ask and issues to consider when planning to enter a new geographic market, as well as recommendations on how to manage risk with expanded regulatory requirements.