Technology and Artificial Intelligence Briefing

As technology and artificial intelligence continue to evolve at record speed, so too do the legal and policy frameworks that govern them. Join Taft for our next Technology & Artificial Intelligence Briefing, where we’ll unpack the latest legal and regulatory developments shaping the future of innovation.

Our program will feature discussions on:

• Powering Tech’s Future: Nuclear Energy’s Revival
  Blair Carter will explore how Colorado’s HB 25-1040 and related state-level legislation are fueling the resurgence of nuclear energy to meet the growing demands of the tech and AI industries.
• Governance and Cybersecurity Needs in the Era of Agentic AI
  Zachary Heck will examine how to proactively manage the risks of AI tools capable of autonomous decision-making and task execution by strengthening data governance, ensuring human oversight, and fostering close collaboration between legal and technical teams. He will highlight the importance of using AI-specific cybersecurity frameworks like NIST and ISO and address the critical need for transparency and explainability in autonomous systems.
• Unseen Risks and Rewards: How Payment Laws Affect Tech Innovators
  Nicole Meisner will review the often-overlooked legal landscape surrounding payment processing that technology and software companies may unknowingly enter. This session will break down key regulatory concepts and compliance challenges in plain language, helping attendees understand when their products might trigger payment laws. Practical insights will be offered on how to recognize new monetization opportunities tied to payments while avoiding legal pitfalls, equipping tech leaders with the knowledge to navigate this complex, evolving area. 

Whether you’re developing AI solutions, advising tech clients, or staying ahead of regulatory risks, this session offers critical insight to help you navigate what’s next.