Diritto al Digitale

In this episode of Legal Leaders Insights, Giulio Coraggio, technology and data lawyer at the global law firm DLA PIper, welcomes Dario Evangelista, Deputy General Counsel of the Betsson Group, one of the world’s most prominent online gambling operators. Together, they explore the complex legal landscape of a sector that thrives on rapid innovation but faces intense regulatory scrutiny. The conver...

What happens when an AI tool like ChatGPT invents a legal ruling—and that ruling ends up in a courtroom filing? In this episode of Diritto al Digitale, Giulio Coraggio explores two real cases, one in Italy and one in Canada, where lawyers unknowingly relied on hallucinated case law generated by artificial intelligence. We examine the legal and ethical implications of these events, what they reveal...

In this episode of Diritto al Digitale, Giulio Coraggio, technology and data lawyer at the global law firm DLA Piper, sits down with Jole Bertone, Director of Legal Affairs and Compliance at the telecom operator Iliad Italy to explore how innovative companies of the telecommunications sector can effectively navigate integrated compliance frameworks. The conversation dives deep into the complexitie...

In this episode of Legal Leaders Insights, host Giulio Coraggio sits down with Anna Rosa Cosi, the General Counsel of Siemens Italy, one of the world’s leading industrial technology companies, to explore how the legal function is evolving in the era of Industry 4.0. The conversation begins with her career journey—from her early steps in the legal world to leading the global legal team of a company...

AI is no longer just experimental—it’s live, monitored, and regulated. As companies scale up their AI solutions, how are they assessing compliance with the EU AI Act, GDPR, and IP law? In this episode of Diritto al Digitale, Giulio Coraggio, data and tech lawyer at DLA Piper, shares a practical compliance methodology, insights from regulatory trends, and what global clients are doing now that pilo...

Join host Giulio Coraggio, a technology and data lawyer at the global law firm DLA Piper, in this episode of Legal Leaders Insights as he interviews Marie Ingham, the Head of Legal at DAZN, the innovative sports streaming platform. They discuss her career journey, key legal challenges in digital sports broadcasting, and the impact of regulations on DAZN's innovative strategy. Subscribe, activ...

Regulating artificial intelligence is like driving a car: some prefer clear speed limits and guardrails, others enjoy an open road with minimal signs. The EU and the US exemplify these two different philosophies in AI regulation. 🇪🇺 The EU’s strategy prioritizes safety, fundamental rights, and transparency, ensuring responsible innovation and trustworthiness in AI systems. The objective is to prot...

Giulio Coraggio and Valentina Mazza from the global law firm DLA Piper address the recent decision ( Case 1:20-cv-00613, ECF 770 ) on the use of copyrighted texts for artificial intelligence (AI) training, where the Delaware District Court held that a fair use defense was unsuccessful on a summary judgment motion for copyright infringement.  They compare the outcome of the decision to what would h...

We publish the first episode of DLA Piper’s Gambling Laws of the World podcast where Giulio Coraggio, Richard van Schaik and Vincenzo Giuffrè tackle the latest legal issues relating to the online gambling sector in Italy and in the Netherlands.  This episode is in connection with the publication of DLA Piper’s Gambling Laws of the World guide that is available HERE Send us Fan Mail 📌 You can find...

Is internet access a fundamental right or a privilege controlled by governments and tech giants? In this episode of Diritto al Digitale, Giulio Coraggio of DLA Piper dives the geopolitical battle over connectivity, and the legal challenges of ensuring universal internet access. Discover how the control of digital infrastructure is shaping global power dynamics, why the UN recognizes internet as a...

The European Commission announces a maxi-fund for artificial intelligence while U.S. policy pushes deregulation and Mario Draghi warns of the risk of stifling bureaucracy. In this new episode of Diritto al Digitale, Giulio Coraggio from DLA Piper reveals how Europe can balance the desire to innovate with the imperative to protect fundamental rights at a time when digital transformation runs faster...

Eagles claim the Super Bowl, but AI-powered ads stole the show raising fresh legal debates around data usage, copyright, and emerging regulations on artificial intelligence. Tune in as Giulio Coraggio, technology and data lawyer from the global law firm DLA Piper, breaks down the tech, the law, and what it all means for the future of advertising. Send us Fan Mail 📌 You can find our contacts 👉 ww...

Could your everyday software like spreadsheets and routine business tools soon be labeled “Artificial Intelligence System” under European Union’s sweeping new AI Act?  Join tech and data lawyer Giulio Coraggio from the law firm DLA Piper as he unpacks the European Commission’s fresh guidelines, revealing how the EU plans to draw the line between traditional software and true artificial intelligenc...

📅 February 2, 2025 – The first provisions of the EU AI Act are now enforceable, banning AI systems that pose unacceptable risks. This marks a turning point for AI regulation, with businesses, developers, and regulators all bracing for the impact. One case is already making headlines: DeepSeek, an AI platform under investigation for potential violations. Regulators are watching, and enforcement is...

In this in-depth episode of Diritto al Digitale , we shine a spotlight on DeepSeek , the Chinese AI company that has shaken the tech world with its revolutionary data distillation technique. Host Giulio Coraggio , a technology and data lawyer at DLA Piper, breaks down how DeepSeek’s model outperforms or rivals U.S. counterparts at a fraction of the usual AI training costs —and why it has swiftly b...

In this episode of Diritto al Digitale , Giulio Coraggio , technology and data lawyer at DLA Piper , explores the European Commission’s new AI data disclosure template under the EU AI Act and the potential legal battles it may ignite. This new regulation requires AI model providers to disclose details about the datasets used for training, aiming to enhance transparency but also raising significant...

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is officially in force as of January 17, 2025 , bringing strict new cybersecurity requirements for financial institutions across the EU. Are you ready? In this episode of Diritto al Digitale , Giulio Coraggio , technology and data lawyer at DLA Piper, breaks down: ✅ Who must comply with DORA – from banks to crypto service providers and ICT suppliers....

Social media platforms are at a crossroads. Mark Zuckerberg recently announced a major policy shift in the United States, scaling back fact-checkers and embracing a lighter approach to content moderation—mirroring Elon Musk’s strategy on X (formerly Twitter). But what does this mean for Europe, where the Digital Services Act (DSA) enforces stricter regulations on misinformation and hate speech? In...

As 2025 just started, businesses across the European Union face a wave of complex regulatory challenges under the EU Digital Decade framework. From the AI Act and NIS 2 Directive to the Data Act , DORA , and Digital Services Act (DSA) , companies must navigate overlapping compliance requirements that shape the future of digital governance, cybersecurity, and data protection. In this episode of Dir...

In this special holiday episode of Diritto al Digitale , host and tech lawyer Giulio Coraggio (DLA Piper) unwraps the hidden dangers lurking behind the festive season—specifically, the surge in ransomware and cyberattacks that target businesses when they’re most vulnerable. As December sales skyrocket, especially in retail and e-commerce, so do the risks. Criminals count on heightened activity, ov...

In this episode, Giulio Coraggio, technology and data lawyer at the global law firm DLA Piper covers the top 5 legal predictions for 2025 in world innovation.  He explores the transformative impact of the EU AI Act, the risk of wearable tech and IoT devices, the changes in the workplace, shifts in the ad tech market, and groundbreaking cybersecurity regulations like DORA and NIS 2.  Gain insights...

How can organizations ensure GDPR compliance while developing and deploying AI models that rely on personal data? In this episode of Diritto al Digitale, Giulio Coraggio and Tommaso Ricci from the law firm DLA Piper explore the implications of the European Data Protection Board’s (EDPB) Opinion 28/2024, which clarifies how the GDPR applies to AI model training, development, and deployment.  We dis...

NIS 2 deadline is approaching and new cybersecurity technical and organizational compliance obligations for over 50,000 companies in each EU Member states are becoming applicable: Are you ready for the change? Send us Fan Mail 📌 You can find our contacts 👉 www.dlapiper.com

We Dive into the Global Debate Over Artificial Intelligence—Examining the Skeptics, the Innovators, the Legal Complexities, and the Urgent Need to Prepare for an Uncertain Future. Send us Fan Mail 📌 You can find our contacts 👉 www.dlapiper.com

Giulio Coraggio, location head of the Italian department of Intellectual Property & Technology at the law firm DLA Piper explores the Hamburg Data Protection Authority's intriguing position: Generative AI systems like large language models (LLMs) may not actually store or process personal data under GDPR!  As AI continues to revolutionize industries, understanding its implications on data...