Technology Law - Global Practice: Third Edition

Technological innovation moves humankind forward and the law follows. A cohesive and comprehensive look at technology law is presented by examining selected technologies, guidance, standards, statutes, regulations, directives, and cases from the last 15 years in the United States and Europe.The technologies addressed are: generative AI, crypto (virtual) currencies, blockchain / distributed ledgers, smart contracts, DAOs, NFTs, digital authentication / biometrics, the Internet of Things (including smart homes, smart cities, industrial Internet, connected cars, driverless vehicles, smart appliances), quantum computing, robots, drones, 3D printing, wearables, virtual reality, augmented reality, critical infrastructure, smart grids, smart meters, social media, mobile computing, sharing economy apps (ride-sharing, short-term rentals), BYOD, cloud computing, digital identity, Big Data, and health technologies (electronic health records, telemedicine, mobile health apps / devices).This book, used at law schools globally, serves as volume 2 of a two-volume set. The companion book is at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DS2DGTXJ. New lawyers, lawyers new to technology law, lawyers updating their knowledge on the latest statutes and cases, and lawyers desiring a U.S. – EU comparative legal perspective are among the audiences for this single resource on technology law.The author has written numerous books on privacy and technology law and on legal history. Having lived and worked across the globe and industries, he brings a unique perspective to explain a complex topic. This book is the result of those many years of experience and insight. Read more