The Record

The Legality of Artificial Intelligence Contact Tracing to Stop Coronavirus in the U.S.

Todd E. Hutchins
September 12, 2020

Artificial intelligence (AI) surveillance systems based on cell phone ‘close contacts’ are the proven best way to trace and prevent the transmission of coronavirus.  This short commentary considers the legality of implementing AI tracing systems in the United States legal and social contexts during a public health emergency.  First, AI-driven close contact tracing via cellular phones is described, before turning to U.S.

Finding a Proxy for Net Neutrality

Ignacio Cofone, L.L.M. Candidate, Yale Law School
January 11, 2016

In February 2015, the FCC approved net neutrality rules by classifying broadband as a utility under Title II of the Communications Act[i] and banning paid prioritization of data packages, which would effectively divide the Internet into “fast lanes” and “slow lanes.”[ii] However, in December, Republicans in Congress inserted a rider into the appropriati

Federal Judge Blocks Sex Offender Disclosure Mandate

Kelly Carson

In early November, a judge granted a temporary restraining order against parts of a voter-approved California ballot initiative.  The measure’s opponents argue its implementation would significantly curtail the constitutionally protected speech of registered sex offenders in that state.

Establishing a Legal-Ethical Framework for Quantum Technology

Mauritz Kop
March 30, 2021

Quantum technologies are rapidly evolving from hypothetical ideas to commercial realities. As the world prepares for these tangible applications, the quantum community issued an urgent call for action to design solutions that can balance their transformational impact. An important first step to encourage the debate is raising quantum awareness. We have to put controls in place that address identified risks and incentivise sustainable innovation.

Preview: Winter 2013 Issue

YJoLT is once again pleased to offer a preview of our upcoming Winter issue.  This year, we’ve selected BJ Ard’s timely and thought-provoking new article, “Confidentiality and the Problem of Third Parties: Protecting Reader Privacy in the Age of Intermediaries.”