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Technology & Law

Technology & Law: Navigating Legal Challenges in a Digital World

Technology is reshaping society at an unprecedented pace, raising complex legal questions that require constant adaptation. The intersection of law and technology spans various areas, including data protection, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and digital governance. As technological advancements accelerate, legal frameworks must evolve to ensure that innovation aligns with ethical, regulatory, and human rights considerations.

One of the most pressing issues in this field is data privacy and cybersecurity. With the rise of big data, AI-driven decision-making, and global digital platforms, protecting personal information and ensuring fair and transparent algorithmic processes have become key legal concerns. Regulations such as the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) set important standards, yet enforcement and adaptation remain ongoing challenges.

Beyond privacy, intellectual property law faces new dilemmas as digital content, blockchain technologies, and AI-generated works challenge traditional legal definitions of ownership and authorship. Similarly, emerging technologies like biotechnology, space exploration, and quantum computing are pushing legal systems into uncharted territory, requiring proactive legal innovation.

The ALF offers a space for legal scholars, practitioners, and students to critically engage with these evolving challenges. We welcome contributions that analyze case law, policy developments, ethical dilemmas, and regulatory frameworks shaping the future of technology and law.

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  • The Dark Side of Space Colonisation

    By Taiba Maniar & Eliza Contra

    Humans have always been captivated by the immenseness of space and its mysteries. From ancient civilisations to the present, space exploration has been a catalyst for human innovation and advancement. Recent breakthroughs have led to the discovery of new stars and planets and a deeper understanding of dark matter and black holes. As we continue to push the boundaries of understanding space, we can study space in hitherto unimaginable ways by utilising advanced technologies such as spacecraft, satellites and telescopes. However, the negligence exercise of our curiosity may have contributed to the significant changes in our solar system’s environment. For instance, the launching of spacecraft, satellites and extensive debris have led to the contamination of our outer space.

    While we continue to explore and utilise space, it is immensely significant to take accountability and consider the impact of our actions in the long run. New issues are arising and gaining momentum as space technology advances and becomes more available to public and private companies. Outer space has become the target of commercial advancements, yet it lacks the regulatory structures that would prevent space from turning into a realm of pollution, corporate exploitation, and unmanageable debris. This blog will delve into the historical context of space exploration and its current state, as well as the EU’s space legislation proposal and the ethical aspects surrounding space preservation and conservation. By shedding light on these issues, we can assess the extent to which space law regulation has been inefficient in addressing space junk.

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