Artificial Intelligence Will Transform Legal Profession
Panelists at a New York State Bar Association conference predicted that lawyers who are in charge of high-level legal strategies for clients have nothing to fear from artificial intelligence, but the jobs of attorneys who conduct the research and draft…
Esteemed Panelists From Around the World to Gather For Symposium on Emerging Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence
The emergence of decentralized digital technologies such as the metaverse, blockchain and cryptocurrency, along with artificial intelligence, is reshaping the practice of law, and the New York State Bar Association is examining the global implications of this phenomenon. More than…
Practical Uses of the Metaverse: What is a POAP?
A POAP (POE’-app) is an acronym for a proof of attendance protocol. It’s a digital souvenir offered to commemorate special events, conferences, or other meetings. The New York State Bar Association offered this POAP to those who attended the “Deep…
Building Value For Blighted Buildings On The Blockchain
Virtual art can be used to freshen up blighted buildings – and add value. Ernest Chrappah, director of the Washington D.C. Department of Buildings, discussed adding art installations to vacant properties – and making that art available in the metaverse…
Sound 'Real World' Principles Apply in the Web3 and Metaverse Environment
The evolving landscape of Web3 and the Metaverse presents the same concerns that are embedded in traditional law practice including privacy, copyright, contracts and anonymity. Among the biggest questions are whether new ethics rules are needed or if the principles…
Into the Metaverse: Discussing Legal Issues in Web3 Technologies
Web3 is set to reshape the practice of law. These technologies, which include the blockchain, cryptocurrency, smart contracts, the metaverse, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), were discussed at a two-day symposium hosted by New York State Bar Association and the Metaverse…
Regulation of the Metaverse Has Prompted Many Questions
The next generation of technology that encompasses the Metaverse and Web3 has the power to impact how business is conducted internationally and throughout the legal profession. The lack of clarity regarding that regulation, however, is clouded by many factors, including…
Esteemed Worldwide Panelists To Lead Two-Day Symposium on the Metaverse and Decentralized Digital Technology
The emergence of decentralized digital technology is set to reshape the practice of law, and the New York State Bar Association is helping lawyers and other professionals prepare for the wide-reaching implications. In continuing NYSBA’s efforts to educate and inform,…
President's Message: The Importance of Embracing and Understanding Advances in Technology
The precipitous change in technology and its impact on the legal profession brings about opportunities and concerns. While its rapidly evolving pace can be impossible to comprehend, as a legal community we need to be on the forefront of these…
Emergence of New Digital Technology Will Reshape Practice Of Law, Challenge Lawyers to Learn New Skills
Futuristic user interface concept. Graphical User Interface(GUI). Head up Display(HUD). Internet of things. The emergence of decentralized digital technology is set to reshape the practice of law, and the New York State Bar Association is helping lawyers and other professionals…
