Tech Law Essentials Archives - Society for Computers & Law https://www.scl.org/product-category/tech-law-essentials/ Society for Computers & Law Mon, 03 Mar 2025 10:30:08 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://www.scl.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/cropped-scl-150x150.png Tech Law Essentials Archives - Society for Computers & Law https://www.scl.org/product-category/tech-law-essentials/ 32 32 Tech Law Essentials 2 – Complete course https://www.scl.org/product/tech-law-essentials-2-complete-course/ Thu, 21 Nov 2024 11:14:33 +0000 https://www.scl.org/?post_type=product&p=16139 17 module course...

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This comprehensive bundle includes all 17 modules from the new Tech Law Essentails 2 course.

An exclusive 25% discount has been applied to all modules in this bundle, reducing the course price from £1700 + VAT (£2040), to £1275 + VAT (£1530) for members, with an impressive saving of £510!

Non-members also benefit from the 25% discount taking the course price down from £3400 + VAT (£4080) to £2550 + VAT (£3060), saving a massive £1100!

T2 is designed to equip you with the latest insights and skills, addressing new legal challenges and offering solutions to emerging issues. We’ve preserved the essential knowledge while infusing fresh perspectives, making this programme indispensable at every stage in your tech law career, either as an introduction or a refresher.

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Commercial Context of IT Law Practice – Advising Tech Customers https://www.scl.org/product/commercial-context-of-it-law-practice-advising-tech-customers/ Thu, 17 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/commercial-context-of-it-law-practice-advising-tech-customers/ In this introductory module, Mark Lumley will discuss the importance of commercial awareness and professionalism in IT law, emphasizing the need for a structured approach to professional engagement with clients and the deployment of commercial knowledge. Mark highlights the challenges and complexities of practicing IT law, the importance of understanding the professional conduct rules and...

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In this introductory module, Mark Lumley will discuss the importance of commercial awareness and professionalism in IT law, emphasizing the need for a structured approach to professional engagement with clients and the deployment of commercial knowledge.

Mark highlights the challenges and complexities of practicing IT law, the importance of understanding the professional conduct rules and guidance provided by the SRA, and the need for effective communication and understanding in client-lawyer relationships. He explains the importance of understanding the roles of lawyers and clients in decision-making, the basics of technology deployment, and managing termination, exit, and realignment of future services in the context of commercial risks.

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Cloud Computing https://www.scl.org/product/cloud-computing/ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/cloud-computing/ Professor Christopher Millard discusses the history, benefits, and key concepts of cloud computing, including its evolution, multi-tenancy, virtualization, containerization, and edge computing. He also presents the US National Institute of Standards and Technology’s definition of cloud computing and the three main service types: infrastructure as a service; platform as a service; and software as a...

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Professor Christopher Millard discusses the history, benefits, and key concepts of cloud computing, including its evolution, multi-tenancy, virtualization, containerization, and edge computing.

He also presents the US National Institute of Standards and Technology’s definition of cloud computing and the three main service types: infrastructure as a service; platform as a service; and software as a service. Lastly, he touches on the different models of cloud data centres, the use of secure messaging systems, the evolving definitions of cloud computing in legislation, and the use and storage of data in the cloud.

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Navigating Cyber Risk https://www.scl.org/product/navigating-cyber-risk/ Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/navigating-cyber-risk/ A comprehensive training session on cyber-security essentials, covering regulatory frameworks, incident handling, and legal implications.  Speaker Dan Whitehead discusses various UK and international cyber security regulations, including GDPR, NIS, and upcoming legislation, emphasizing their importance for organizations across different sectors. The session also covers different types of cyber incidents, their potential consequences, and best practices...

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A comprehensive training session on cyber-security essentials, covering regulatory frameworks, incident handling, and legal implications.

 Speaker Dan Whitehead discusses various UK and international cyber security regulations, including GDPR, NIS, and upcoming legislation, emphasizing their importance for organizations across different sectors. The session also covers different types of cyber incidents, their potential consequences, and best practices for managing them, including the role of external support and effective communication.

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IP in IT Law: IP Rights in Technology and Data https://www.scl.org/product/ip-in-it-law-ip-rights-in-technology-and-data/ Mon, 14 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/ip-in-it-law-ip-rights-in-technology-and-data/ Martin Sloan, Natalie Ellerby, and Josh Boyden discuss intellectual property contracts in the tech sector, covering various aspects such as copyright, patents, and their territorial nature. The speakers explore the intersection of IP with technology, including issues related to intermediary platforms, artificial intelligence, and open-source software. The discussion also addresses strategies for managing IP-related risks...

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Martin Sloan, Natalie Ellerby, and Josh Boyden discuss intellectual property contracts in the tech sector, covering various aspects such as copyright, patents, and their territorial nature.
The speakers explore the intersection of IP with technology, including issues related to intermediary platforms, artificial intelligence, and open-source software. The discussion also addresses strategies for managing IP-related risks in technology contracts and the importance of understanding and allocating these risks effectively.

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Online Trading, Digital Media & Internet Law https://www.scl.org/product/online-trading-digital-media-internet-law/ Sun, 13 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/online-trading-digital-media-internet-law/ This module provides an overview of key legislation governing online interactions, including the e-commerce regulations, online platforms, and digital media. Speaker Alice Esuola-Grant also discusses the Consumer Rights Directive and its implementation in the UK, as well as the EU’s unjustified geo-blocking regulations and the Digital Services Act. The session also touches on the need...

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This module provides an overview of key legislation governing online interactions, including the e-commerce regulations, online platforms, and digital media.

Speaker Alice Esuola-Grant also discusses the Consumer Rights Directive and its implementation in the UK, as well as the EU’s unjustified geo-blocking regulations and the Digital Services Act. The session also touches on the need for clear and transparent information provision on e-commerce sites, including details about the checkout process, error identification, and contract languages.

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Data Protection https://www.scl.org/product/data-protection/ Sat, 12 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/data-protection/ This module explores data protection, focusing on its intersections with tech law and governance. Speaker Matthew Holman presents a comprehensive overview of data protection, including its historical development, principles, and the roles of controllers, processors, and joint controllers. Matthew also highlights the contributions of Andrew Hodge, a polymath whose work at Bletchley Park laid the...

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This module explores data protection, focusing on its intersections with tech law and governance.

Speaker Matthew Holman presents a comprehensive overview of data protection, including its historical development, principles, and the roles of controllers, processors, and joint controllers. Matthew also highlights the contributions of Andrew Hodge, a polymath whose work at Bletchley Park laid the theoretical foundation for modern computers, and the significance of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. He concludes by discussing the rapid growth of the technology industry, suggesting the study of books like Walter Isaacson’s biography of Steve Jobs for further understanding.

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UK Internet and Telecoms Regulation https://www.scl.org/product/uk-internet-and-telecoms-regulation/ Fri, 11 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/uk-internet-and-telecoms-regulation/ This module looks at the complexities of telecommunications regulation in the UK. Speaker Neil Brown highlights that the UK regime has diverged from the EU, with Ofcom consulting on potential changes to UK law. Neil emphasises that UK telecommunications regulation is primarily focused on connectivity, infrastructure, and services, but not on the internet itself. He...

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This module looks at the complexities of telecommunications regulation in the UK.

Speaker Neil Brown highlights that the UK regime has diverged from the EU, with Ofcom consulting on potential changes to UK law. Neil emphasises that UK telecommunications regulation is primarily focused on connectivity, infrastructure, and services, but not on the internet itself. He notes that the regulatory framework’s scope has become less clear due to the proliferation of over-the-top services and the shifting nature of voice and messaging services.

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EU Regulated Tech Environments https://www.scl.org/product/eu-regulated-tech-environments/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/eu-regulated-tech-environments/ Magdalini Goulakou and Alejandro Guerrero discuss three major regulations: the AI Act, the Digital Services Act (DSA), and the Digital Markets Act (DMA), each addressing different aspects of digital technology and its impact on society. These regulations aim to balance innovation with protection of rights, enhance online safety and accountability, and promote fair competition in...

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Magdalini Goulakou and Alejandro Guerrero discuss three major regulations: the AI Act, the Digital Services Act (DSA), and the Digital Markets Act (DMA), each addressing different aspects of digital technology and its impact on society.

These regulations aim to balance innovation with protection of rights, enhance online safety and accountability, and promote fair competition in digital markets. The discussion covers the categorization of AI systems, obligations for various service providers, and the potential consequences for non-compliance with these new regulatory frameworks.

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Multi-Jurisdictional IT Law https://www.scl.org/product/multi-jurisdictional-it-law/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 11:43:05 +0000 https://www.scl.org/product/multi-jurisdictional-it-law/ The speakers discuss the challenges of cross-border technology contracts, potential dispute scenarios, and the impact of global issues such as geopolitical tensions and trade disruption on technology deals. The session also focuses on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its global standard for data privacy requirements, as well as the complex and divergent landscape...

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The speakers discuss the challenges of cross-border technology contracts, potential dispute scenarios, and the impact of global issues such as geopolitical tensions and trade disruption on technology deals.

The session also focuses on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its global standard for data privacy requirements, as well as the complex and divergent landscape of regulation surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). The speakers emphasise the need for businesses to factor in how they contract for AI in light of this divergent and emerging landscape, suggesting the need for common standards and requirements to simplify compliance and mitigate potential costs.

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