Generative AI poses a number of important and difficult questions based related to intellectual property protections, including those arising from copyright, trademark, and the Fair Use Doctrine. While certain government entities have weighed in, including the U.S. Copyright Office, the lack of legal precedent means the ultimate impact on these areas remains largely speculative. However, the growing sophistication of AI technology suggests that courts will increasingly be required to grapple with these complex issues in the future.

California Passes Flurry of Year-End AI Legislation
In 2024, California passed a series of significant AI-related laws aimed at enhancing data privacy and consumer protection. In their