Policy & Trade

The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping global policy and trade dynamics, creating new opportunities and challenges. At Squire Patton Boggs, we combine our expertise in government policy and international trade with a deep understanding of AI to help organizations stay ahead in this dynamic landscape.

Explore the latest in-depth articles for strategic insights on how AI is influencing policy and trade.

How Is AI Influencing Policy and Trade?

AI is redefining global policies and trade regulations, driving innovation while introducing new strategic challenges. As governments and industries respond to the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, businesses must navigate an increasingly complex landscape. Key areas of impact include:

Our in-depth articles provide critical analysis to help businesses anticipate and leverage AI-driven opportunities. Stay informed to remain competitive in this rapidly changing environment.

Our Expertise in AI, Policy and Trade Law

At our firm, we provide strategic, business-minded solutions to help organizations navigate complex regulatory frameworks and global trade dynamics. As AI continues to transform global markets, our multidisciplinary team of global legal, policy and technology professionals delivers pragmatic, results-driven guidance that enables our clients to anticipate regulatory shifts, mitigate risk and unlock new opportunities.

Explore our latest insights to see how our expertise empowers clients to stay ahead in an increasingly complex and competitive landscape.

What Other Areas of AI and the Law Do We Cover?

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries and redefining legal frameworks across multiple sectors. In addition to policy and trade news, our multidisciplinary team of recognized lawyers provides strategic, business-minded analysis and guidance on AI's evolving impact on the following key areas:

  • Corporate compliance – Artificial intelligence adoption introduces new regulatory risks, from competition enforcement to product safety. We provide practical, actionable guidance to help businesses anticipate and mitigate AI-related compliance challenges.
  • Data and digital – As AI-driven innovation accelerates, data privacy and security have never been more critical. We help clients navigate evolving global regulations, ensuring compliance while responsibly and ethically leveraging AI’s potential.
  • Intellectual property – AI is reshaping patent and copyright laws, creating novel legal and commercial considerations. Our leading IP experts advise on cutting-edge developments, helping clients protect and capitalize on their most valuable assets.
  • Labor and employment – AI’s impact on hiring practices and employment rights is reshaping the workplace. We provide strategic insights into evolving regulations, ensuring organizations remain compliant while driving innovation.

Through this library of resources, our team shares its deep expertise of the law, helping clients make informed decisions in an increasingly AI-driven world.

Contact Us for Strategic Guidance on AI Policy and Trade Issues

As AI continues to shape global markets, navigating complex policies and trade regulations requires expert legal counsel and a proactive strategy. As part of our AI legal services, our internationally recognized professionals provide tailored insights and practical solutions to help businesses stay ahead of regulatory developments and seize new opportunities in the AI-driven economy.

Read our latest articles or contact us today to learn how we can help you navigate AI policy and trade issues with confidence. Wherever your organization operates, our multidisciplinary team is ready to deliver seamless, cross-border support.

Explore Our In-depth Articles on AI, Policy and Trade

On Thursday, October 13, 2022, the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published in the Federal Register an Interim Final Rule, 87 Fed. Reg. 62186, amending the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR parts 730-774) to impose new export controls on Chinese advanced computing integrated circuits (ICs), computer commodities containing

On January 6, 2020, the US Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an interim final rule amending the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to make software specially designed to automate the analysis of geospatial imagery subject to the EAR and to impose a requirement of a license for the export and reexport of such software. The