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From Korean chip startup FuriosaAI rejecting Meta’s $800 million takeover offer to Apple facing a class action lawsuit over delayed AI features, it’s been a rollercoaster week in the tech world. Privacy concerns still loom large: OpenAI is under GDPR fire in Norway for ChatGPT’s false claims, and Spain is cracking down on unlabeled AI content with fines that could reach $38 million.

Meanwhile, AI-driven consumer habits continue to surge. Adobe Analytics has reported an astonishing 1,200% spike in retail traffic from generative AI searches, suggesting that—despite legal wrangles—AI adoption shows no signs of slowing.

This week’s Highlights:

• Industry News and Updates

• AI and the Law: A Practical Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence Safely

• Lexroom: AI-Powered Legal Research in Seconds

• AI Tools to Supercharge your producivity

• Legal prompt of the week

➡️ FuriosaAI Rejects Meta’s $800M Takeover Bid | Korean chip startup FuriosaAI has rejected a reported $800 million acquisition offer from Meta, choosing to remain independent. The company, led by former Samsung and AMD engineer June Paik, is developing high-performance AI chips to compete with Nvidia and other AI hardware firms. Furiosa plans to raise more capital and pursue an IPO. Its latest chip, RNGD, is being tested by clients like LG AI Research and Saudi Aramco, and uses advanced tech from TSMC and SK Hynix.
^{March 24, 2025, Source: Bloomberg}

➡️ Apple Sued for False Advertising Over Delayed AI Features | Apple is facing a class action lawsuit claiming it falsely advertised its new "Apple Intelligence" features, including an upgraded Siri, which are now delayed. Filed in San Jose federal court, the suit argues Apple misled consumers by heavily promoting AI capabilities that weren't available at launch, driving up demand and device sales. It highlights a now-pulled ad featuring actor Bella Ramsey and says Apple failed to correct misleading claims. The lawsuit was filed by Clarkson Law Firm, which has also sued Google and OpenAI over AI-related issues. Apple has not responded to the allegations.
^{March 20, 2025, Source: Axios}

➡️ OpenAI Faces GDPR Complaint Over ChatGPT’s False Claims | Privacy group Noyb has filed a GDPR complaint against OpenAI after ChatGPT falsely claimed a Norwegian man was convicted of child murder. The complaint argues AI-generated errors violate EU data accuracy laws, and OpenAI’s disclaimer isn’t enough. Similar defamation cases have emerged, and while OpenAI has updated its model, Noyb warns reputational damage remains. Norway’s data watchdog will review the case, though previous complaints have stalled in Ireland’s DPC.
^{March 19, 2025, Source: TechCrunch}

➡️ AI Shopping Traffic Surges 1,200%, Adobe Reports | Adobe Analytics reports a 1,200% increase in U.S. retail traffic from generative AI, with shoppers using AI for research, recommendations, and deals. Engagement is higher, but conversions still lag other sources by 9%. The trend extends beyond retail—AI-driven travel traffic jumped 1,700%, and banking site visits rose 1,200%, as consumers turn to AI for trip planning and financial advice.
^{March 17, 2025, Source: Adobe}

➡️ Spain to Impose Massive Fines for Unlabeled AI Content | Spain has approved a bill imposing fines up to $38 million or 7% of turnover on companies failing to label AI-generated content, aligning with the EU AI Act. The law also bans subliminal AI manipulation and biometric-based classification, while allowing authorities to use real-time surveillance for national security. Enforcement will fall to the new AI supervisory agency AESIA.
^{March 11, 2025, Source: Reuters}

Compliance and Regulations

AI and the Law: A Practical Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence Safely

AI is no longer an emerging novelty—it’s woven into the fabric of our daily lives, our businesses, and even our creative endeavours. In my book, AI and the Law: A Practical Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence Safely, I set out to provide a clear, accessible framework for understanding and safely harnessing AI, regardless of whether you’re a lawyer, educator, marketer, creative, or professional in any field.

The Pervasiveness of AI
Instead of viewing AI as an optional tool, AI is already part of our everyday reality. Whether you’re aware of it or not, AI systems—be they analytical, research, or generative—drive many aspects of modern life. Analytical AI underpins data processing and decision-making through well-established algorithms, while generative AI, such as ChatGPT or image generators, creates new content that can be as transformative as it is disruptive. Though this is a purposeful over-simplification, the message is clear: rather than resist or fear AI, we must learn to engage with it intelligently.

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Legal Technology

Lexroom: AI-Powered Legal Research in Seconds

Streamlining Legal Research for the Modern Lawyer

Legal research is fundamental to the profession, yet it remains one of the most time-consuming tasks for lawyers. The process of sifting through case law, legislation, and legal commentary can take hours, sometimes days, depending on the complexity of the issue. Lexroom, an AI-driven legal research platform which recently secured a EUR 2 million seed round, aims to change that by offering rapid and reliable results tailored to the needs of legal professionals.

Developed in Italy, Lexroom is designed for in-house legal teams and law firms looking to reduce research time without compromising accuracy. By integrating artificial intelligence with a vast database of legal sources, the platform delivers precise answers and draft legal opinions while ensuring all findings are properly cited for verification.

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Provide a large set of documents or a detailed case file related to [specific legal matter]. Prompt: Create a concise summary of the key facts, legal issues, and relevant evidence, highlighting any inconsistencies or areas that require further investigation.

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