Who owns AI-generated content? What happens when an algorithm gets it wrong—and who’s responsible? This week, we’re joined by Meredith Lowry, patent attorney, privacy expert, and chair of the Arkansas Bar Association’s AI Task Force, to explore how artificial intelligence is shaking up the legal landscape.

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Much Ado about Algorithms: https://wlj.com/much-ado-about-algorithms-a-practical-guide-to-vetting-ai-vendors-for-your-law-practice/

💼 From IP and liability to institutional contracts and black-box tools, we dig into:

-Why authorship and ownership are getting murky in the age of generative AI

-The hidden risks of using unvetted AI platforms in schools, law firms, and beyond

-How AI is already influencing decisions in criminal justice, admissions, and grading

-What universities and public agencies can actually do when the law hasn’t caught up

-Practical steps for navigating contracts, compliance, and due diligence

🚨 This episode is packed with real-world insights—from copyright chaos in the classroom to due process dilemmas in the courtroom. If you’ve ever clicked “I agree” without reading the fine print… this one’s for you.

#AI #LawAndAI #GenerativeAI #CopyrightAI #AIinEducation #AIethics #AIgovernance #IntellectualProperty #ArtificialIntelligence #PodcastsForEducators #AIWhatTheTech

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Dr. Huss and Dr. Ghosh kick off their podcast series with a deep dive into what AI really is, how it works, and what it means for higher education. In Episode One of AI, WHAT THE TECH?!, they unpack the myths and realities of artificial intelligence, explore its history, and discuss its growing impact on teaching, learning, and the future of universities.

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CHAPTERS:

0:00 Introduction

5:21 AI is a Messy Term -- Let's unpack it

11:00 The Evolution of AI

27:11 The Illusion of AI Intellect

33:50 Impact of AI on Society

38:54 AI in Education

53:49 The Future of Jobs

01:01:00 The Power Dynamics

01:06:00 Questions and Reflections

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References & Resources:

AI Snake Oil – https://aisnakeoil.substack.com

Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide – https://teachingwithai.com

Anthropic Research on AI Prediction – https://www.anthropic.com

Fragile Families Challenge Study – https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2004503117

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In this episode of AI, What the Tech?!, we sit down with Dr. Indira Dutta—expert in applied cryptography, human factors, and cybersecurity education—to unpack how AI-driven surveillance is transforming education, work, and society. From eye-tracking during exams to behavior-scoring algorithms in HR software, we explore the blurry lines between protection and control, and the deep ethical questions behind AI-based inference and digital monitoring.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:16 Introduction

3:09 Double-edged Sword of Surveillance

6:17 Understanding Privacy and Consent in AI

9:01 The Implications of Passive Surveillance Systems

12:02 Normalization of Surveillance

14:55 Legal Frameworks and Need for Change

17:53 The Future of Privacy Laws

23:03 The Reactionary Nature of Security Concerns

23:52 Risk of Surveillance

26:46 Transparency of Tools

29:48 Bias of Tools

31:16 Cybersecurity vs Control

33:15 Governance and Oversight

36:09 Need for Ethical Technology Review Boards

39:52 Policy Frameworks for AI Surveillance in Education

47:08 AI Tools and Implications

50:31 Need for Informed Consent

53:17 ElderConnect: Empowering the Elderly with AI

59:03 The Importance of Community Engagement

1:01:43 Reflections on AI, Privacy and Digital Dignity

1:07:46 Conclusions

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