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More newsUnchecked AI, unseen dangers: What the DeepSeek breach means for SA companies and POPIA compliance
DeepSeek, a prominent competitor in the artificial intelligence (AI) marketplace, recently faced a significant security incident when an unsecured ClickHouse database exposed over a million lines of sensitive information, including chat histories, secret keys and backend details. This vulnerability granted unauthorised access to potentially confidential data and system resources, raising critical concerns about AI security and data protection.
Fictional citations, real consequences: A cautionary tale for the modern lawyer
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming almost every aspect of modern life, including legal research. Yet a recent judgment from the Pietermaritzburg High Court again showed just how perilous blind reliance on AI can be. By citing non-existent case authorities – likely generated by AI – an attorney’s firm landed in hot water, racking up costs and facing a referral to the Legal Practice Council. This episode is both a grave warning and an urgent summons for the legal profession to employ stringent safeguards against professional negligence in the age of AI.
Empowering women in legal support roles: Episode 2
In this episode we hear from our guests as they share their unique experiences and perspectives on navigating the legal realm, embracing innovation and disruptions in the legal industry.