Course content

Based on case studies focused on generative artificial intelligence (AI), this course explores laws, industry practices, and policy considerations relating to the development, protection, and commercialization of software, computers, and information technology services. The primary focus will be on U.S. and EU intellectual property law, but we will also cover contracts, antitrust, international and commercial issues, as well as different technology and business models, including artificial intelligence, cloud computing and open source licensing. We will cover data as an asset, but not information privacy or data protection law topics (which are covered separately in Data Privacy Law).

The course is focused on practical problem-solving, exercises and quizzes. No exam. The class meets for one in-person session at the Free University Berlin on December 1 or 4 (exact time to be announced in October). Students work through course materials and submit a number of quizzes throughout the semester on a weekly basis, commencing on October 16. The class meets a second time virtually for a discussion on AI Regulation.

Prior courses in intellectual property topics are recommended, but not strictly required. An engineering or programming background is not necessary.

Information on registration

Students may register for this course before October 16, 2023 per email sent to ldetermann@bakernet.com and frances.say@bakermckenzie.com to receive course materials, assignments and quizzes per email.

For questions, please write to ldetermann@bakernet.com and frances.say@bakermckenzie.com.

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