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Isha Marathe

Isha Marathe

New York-based law/tech business reporter, covering all things AI, IP, cybersecurity, data privacy, and more. Avid fan of the nitty gritty of company disclosures.

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October 26, 2022 | Legaltech News

4 Ways Legal's Use of Collaboration Apps May Change

As the way the legal industry collaborates is evolving, so too is the market for collaboration platforms.

By Isha Marathe

1 minute read

October 25, 2022 | Legaltech News

Economic Downturn Could See Law Firms Selling Off Their Tech Subsidiaries

Earlier this month, Porzio, Bromberg & Newman sold its tech subsidiary to a private equity fund. Some observers say we might see more of these sales if the economy takes a downturn.

By Isha Marathe

5 minute read

October 24, 2022 | Legaltech News

SEC's Yuga Labs Probe Won't Be Final Word on If NFTs Are Securities

While the securities question has been looming for some time, observers say the SEC's probe into one of the largest NFT owners in the market is unlikely to bring any definitive answers.

By Isha Marathe

4 minute read

October 21, 2022 | Legaltech News

Slack's Ease of Use Underscores Its Unique E-discovery Challenges

Slack's overall user-friendliness is quickly winning over legal. However, experts at Logikull's In-House 2022 conference warned that the tool comes with some significant e-discovery hurdles.

By Isha Marathe

4 minute read

October 21, 2022 | Legaltech News

'Gamification' of Firearm Ads May Bolster Plaintiff Bar's Product Liability Strategy

Plaintiffs attorneys sued Smith & Wesson alleging that they marketed their AR-15-style rifle to appeal to a demographic at risk of committing mass shootings. Now, other plaintiffs firms are watching to see if this product liability strategy will have a ripple effect.

By Isha Marathe

6 minute read

October 19, 2022 | Legaltech News

As AI's Role in Hiring Grows, Focus Turns to Understanding Its Decision-Making

As more employers use AI to hire and screen prospective employees, it is increasingly proving to be a double-edged sword. Speakers at the Minority Corporate Counsel Association conference spoke about the rocky road ahead for employers using AI.

By Isha Marathe

5 minute read

October 17, 2022 | Legaltech News

No Clients, Yet: Why Firms Are Sticking With Their Metaverse Offices

For now, firms see the metaverse more as a long-term educational opportunity rather than an immediate business venture.

By Isha Marathe

4 minute read

October 14, 2022 | Legaltech News

5 New Cybersecurity Developments Attorneys Should Watch

As the threat of cyberattacks, hackers and data breaches has compounded in the past few months as geopolitical tensions have strained the defense framework, the legal landscape of cybersecurity is ever-evolving.

By Isha Marathe

1 minute read

October 14, 2022 | Legaltech News

Law Firm-Legal Ops Consultancy Partnerships May Ramp Up With Clients' Tech Needs

While creating internal legal tech consultancies is complicated for law firms looking to meet in-house needs, partnering with legal ops consultancies might be the answer as more firms look to gain a competitive edge and satisfy their clients' demands.

By Isha Marathe

4 minute read

October 12, 2022 | Legaltech News

3 Ways Law Firms Are Exposing Their Teams, Slack Accounts to Cyberattacks

More firms are using Slack and Teams for interoffice communication. But these platforms may have some gaps that make them a "gold mine" for hackers and cyberattacks.

By Isha Marathe

5 minute read