International Handbook of AI Law: A Guide to Understanding and Resolving the Legal Challenges of Artificial Intelligence

Beginning with a comprehensive and insightful technical analysis of how AI works, subsequent chapters cover a wide array of legal fields relevant to AI technology focusing on the legal framework in the EU, including the following topics:

• the EU AI Act;

• AI-Specific Liability and Product Safety;

• Data Protection;

• Data Law;

• Intellectual Property;

• Contracting;

• Antitrust;

• Criminal Law;

• Cybersecurity;

• Employment Law; and

• Legal Tech.

The book concludes with country reports on the legal and regulatory environment in the United Kingdom, the United States, China, and Japan, contrasting them with the EU legal framework.

Each chapter offers practical advice for implementing legal principles, making the handbook a valuable resource for real-world applications. It is an essential guide for practitioners, policymakers, academics, and others seeking a deep understanding of the complex legal challenges posed by AI use. The handbook aids in responsible and trustworthy AI development and use by guiding decision-making, reducing risks, and protecting the rights and well-being of individuals and society.