Remote control
Remote control August saw the launch of OpenAI’s GPT-5, to mixed reviews. While it has improved reasoning powers, it also removes an element of control from users, because it selects the ‘best model’ to respond to your prompt. As Josh Kubicki writes in his Brainyacts newsletter, GPT-5 “marks a profound change in the human/machine relationship”. […]
Everything changes
Everything changes William Gibson’s comment “The future is already here – it’s just unevenly distributed” is still apposite. July saw significant developments in GenAI, with OpenAI launching ChatGPT Agent, which is a task management application, on 17 July, and GPT-5, expected to launch this month, will have o3 reasoning capabilities built in. Legal is in […]
Rethinking wellbeing in law: Practical tips from Legal Geek 2025 speakers
Legal wellness and mental health Rethinking wellbeing in law: Practical tips from Legal Geek Conference 2025 speakers The legal profession is known for many things: precision, pressure, performance. But one thing it’s never been famous for? Prioritising mental health. That’s changing – slowly, surely, and with the help of passionate advocates pushing for reform from […]
All aboard the AI spaceship
All aboard the AI spaceship The most incredible thing about GenAI is the speed it’s evolving – its technological momentum. A couple of weeks ago, at the opening of London Tech Week, I saw Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang say to Sir Keir Starmer there is ‘only one way you can survive’ a technology that moves […]
How female leadership is shaping AI adoption and organizational transformation
Community spotlight How female leadership is shaping AI adoption and organizational transformation Litera is leading a transformative shift toward innovation and inclusivity in legal technology. With 60% of its C-suite represented by women, the company is setting a new standard for leadership, driving AI adoption and transformative change both for clients and internally with employees. […]
Legal Geek Community News – June 2025
LEGAL GEEK COMMUNITY NEWS – JUNE 2025 This is your hub for all things community – where we celebrate the brilliant minds shaping legal innovation, highlight exciting opportunities to get involved, and share stories from our incredible network. Whether you’re a curious newcomer or a long-time Legal Geek fan, this is the place to stay […]
Leading by design
Leading by design On 21 May, OpenAI announced its acquisition of former Apple chief design officer Jony Ive’s company io in a deal worth $6.5bn. Ive, who helped create the iPod, Macbook, iPhone and Apple Watch, will “take over design for all of OpenAI, including its software”. Post-acquisition, Ive will continue working with OpenAI CEO […]
Community Spotlight: Maya Markovich
Community spotlight Maya Markovich, Vice President of the AAA-ICDR Institute and Executive Director of Justice Technology Association Meet Maya Markovich, this month’s Community Spotlight and a powerhouse at the forefront of legal innovation. She is driving real change where technology, equity, and the legal system meet. Her mission? To transform bold ideas into action, leveraging […]
Legal Geek Summer Drinks
LEGAL GEEK SUMMER DRINKS (July 2025) Invitation for LawTech Founders and Senior Leaders Tuesday 8 July 2025 · 5pm–10pm · Rooftop Bar, Central London Join us for an evening designed just for legaltech founders and senior leaders. No pitches, no clients – just real conversations, new connections, and a chance to swap war stories over […]
Legal Geek Community News – May 2025
LEGAL GEEK COMMUNITY NEWS – MAY 2025 This is your hub for all things community – where we celebrate the brilliant minds shaping legal innovation, highlight exciting opportunities to get involved, and share stories from our incredible network. Whether you’re a curious newcomer, or a long-time Legal Geek fan, this is the place to stay […]
