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Are you ready to explore the transformative power of AI in the legal sector? Introducing the "Legal Tech with Alphalect" podcast series – your gateway to understanding how technology and artificial intelligence are reshaping legal practice, especially in the realm ... more

In the upcoming AI era, the critical initial choice may be the one between open-source and proprietary large language models (LLMs). Legal practice is per se based on handling highly sensitive and confidential data, governed by strict rules for legal ... more

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in the legal domain, particularly in the realm of intellectual property (IP) and patent law. AI-powered tools promise increased efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness in tasks such as patent application drafting, prior ... more

In the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and law, confidentiality is no longer just a matter of professional ethics—it is a strategic (and legal) imperative. As AI tools proliferate across the IP landscape, patent attorneys and IP professionals must ... more

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer merely an emerging trend—it has become integral to operational efficiency and strategic innovation in the intellectual property (IP) sector. As patent filings grow increasingly complex and voluminous, European IP institutions and patent law firms ... more

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping intellectual property (IP) law, particularly the work of patent professionals, like patent drafting and prosecution. As technologies advance and innovation cycles accelerate, traditional patent drafting methods increasingly fall short. AI-powered drafting tools, such as ALPHALECT.ai, ... more

In the legal profession, confidentiality is not a preference – it's a core obligation. From client intake to final judgment, lawyers are ethically and legally bound to protect privileged information. But as artificial intelligence reshapes the legal landscape, many firms ... more

Professionals are increasingly experimenting with cloud-based Large Language Models (LLMs) – like OpenAI’s ChatGPT – to streamline work, from drafting documents to analyzing data. However, alongside their benefits lies a serious challenge: protecting confidential and sensitive information. When business or ... more

Munich, Germany – February 4, 2025 – Alphalect.ai, a pioneering Legal-AIaaS startup, and Two Impulse, a leading Munich-based AI solutions provider, have joined forces to transform the European patent landscape. By bringing together their expertise in AI and intellectual property, ... more

Introduction The legal industry is undergoing a profound transformation, with AI agents emerging as powerful tools that enhance efficiency, productivity, and client satisfaction. While AI adoption in the legal sector isn't entirely new, recent advancements in AI agents have brought ... more

The traditional process of drafting patent applications is meticulous and time-consuming, requiring extensive manual effort and unwavering attention to detail. Patent professionals spend countless hours analyzing inventions and prior art and then crafting precise patent applications that protect the invention ... more

Legal AI, particularly when integrating general purpose machine learning models like ChatGPT, Claude, and other proprietary solutions, presents a double-edged sword. While these models promise enhanced efficiency, they also bring significant risks, especially concerning data privacy and compliance with legal ... more

Earlier this year, the European Union has taken a pioneering step with the adoption of the EU AI Act, the world's first comprehensive AI regulation, which is part of a wider package of policies to support development of trustworthy AI, ... more

The integration of blockchain technology and smart contracts stands as one of the groundbreaking evolutions in the legal space. As a lawyer or legal practitioner, the implications of these innovations on your practice cannot be overstated. Blockchain not only promises ... more

The legal industry stands at a pivotal moment, driven by rapid digital transformation and a surge in legal technology investments. This push towards innovation is not merely about adopting new tools, but about a fundamental redesign of legal services and ... more

Like only a few other legal areas, Patent Attorneys and IP professionals seem threatened by the rise of Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models; terms that both stand a beacon of progress and a potential disruptor for private patent practices ... more

AI, particularly in the form of Large Language Models, has infiltrated the legal industry, sparking hopes, fears, and considerable buzz and widespread misunderstanding. This introductory piece aims to demystify Legal AI, bridging the gap between technical concepts and a broader ... more

In recent years, AI has not just permeated various aspects of our lives; it has become a driving force, reshaping industries and redefining how we interact with technology. Among the most remarkable of these developments is the emergence of tools ... more

This is the inaugural post on the ALPHALECT.ai blog, where we want to shed light on a new era in patent and IP practice. Again, welcome at ALPHALECT.ai, where we follow a clear vision: utilising the transformative power of artificial ... more