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Here is my recent Daily Record column. My past Daily Record articles can be accessed here. **** AI in Law Firms: Ethics Committees Are Clearing the Path Forward Whenever new technologies become available to lawyers, ethical concerns initially pose a significant hurdle to adoption. This friction is understandable. Legal professionals are necessarily cautious about tinkering with trusted legal workflows and processes, sometimes resulting in a reluctance to embrace new and innovative ways of working. Our clients trust us with highly sensitive information, and we have an obligation to ensure that confidentiality is not compromised when implementing new software. We rely...

While you probably think you can spot a deepfake a mile off, this quiz proves that most people cannot.

AI’s energy and water demands are rising, straining global resources and raising sustainability concerns. Discover how AI’s rapid expansion is impacting the environment, the regulatory responses taking shape, and the corporate initiatives aiming to make AI more sustainable.

Tips and insights for combatting learning fatigue and preventing employee burnout while creating a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Are you a federal worker who has recently lost your job? This is a scary time but you are not alone. Here’s where to look for help.

You’re Not Lazy—You’re Just Tired (And Capitalism Is Gaslighting You)

One counterintuitive trick for getting your news diet in order

In today’s competitive job market, self-promotion isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s essential. Promoting your expertise, accomplishments, and personal brand can transform how employers and industry leaders see you. The more visible you make yourself, the more likely opportunities will come knocking. While many job seekers fear self-promotion or assume their work will speak for itself, the reality

Agentic AI offers compelling productivity benefits, but designers and developers must think small.

The BBC's head of news and current affairs says the developers of the tools are "playing with fire."

By Dr Tristan Jenkinson Introduction Last week I read a fantastic article by Kelly Twigger (of eDiscovery Assistant fame). The article talks about the “eDiscovery Disconnect”, and addre…

The Washington Post is reporting that the UK government has served Apple with a “technical capability notice” as defined by the 2016 Investigatory Powers Act, requiring it to break the Advanced Data Protection encryption in iCloud for the benefit of law enforcement. This is a big deal, and something we in the security community have worried was coming for a while now. The law, known by critics as the Snoopers’ Charter, makes it a criminal offense to reveal that the government has even made such a demand. An Apple spokesman declined to comment...

Plus, actionable steps for overcoming it.

The growing sophistication of AI systems and Microsoft’s increasing investment in AI have made red teaming more important than ever. Learn more.

In this Key Discovery Points video, Brett Burney of Nextpoint joins Doug Austin of eDiscovery Today to discuss litigator Craig Ball's latest publication, The...

Google has updated its AI principles and removed its previous promise not to use AI in weapon development.

February 3, 2025 Workplace Mental Health: A Shift Toward Employee Well-Being Companies are recognizing that mental health is just as critical as physical health, leading to the implementation of co…

Ed Zitron is worried about the “future that tech’s elite wants to build,” and thinks you should be too.

It’s not enough to be well connected; our network is only as valuable as our willingness and ability to leverage it. Here's how to build a support system using psychology and math.

Anyone Overwhelmed Yet?

Remember how Elon Musk destroyed Twitter by ripping apart its infrastructure without understanding it? Now imagine that same playbook applied to the federal government. It’s happening, and th…

SCWorld.com reported that “In 2025, significant advancements in agentic artificial intelligence (AI) systems will drive new AI-based cyber defensives,

The ITRC has released its 2024 Annual Data Breach Report, which shows a near-record number of compromises, only 44 short of the record!

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) elicits both wonder and concern, as people fear it may surpass or replace human capabilities. However, this fear often arises from misconceptions about AI. …

The start of the new year could be the best time to decide if your employer is doing enough to create a healthy and positive work environment.

By mastering verbal and non-verbal communication skills, you can boost confidence, enhance relationships, and leave a lasting impression.

At the start of the New Year, with no warning, Microsoft gives its flagship productivity app a name change and a huge price increase. Why would the company make this mess? Turns out, Copilot explains it very well.