ALSA Law and Technology Conference: Technology Governance or Technology Government?

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The ALSA Law and Technology Conference titled Technology Governance or Technology Government? will be hosted at Dr. D Y Patil College of Law in Navi Mumbai, India. This conference aims to explore the pervasive role of technology in modern society, examining its implications on law and governance while fostering a global discourse on the critical intersection of law and technology. As technology increasingly shapes human interaction and societal structures, the conference seeks to address the challenges and opportunities presented by this evolution. The discussions will delve into various themes, including the constitutional limits on state-corporate use of technology, environmental law concerning data sovereignty, intellectual property law as it relates to egalitarian innovation, and the implications of technology on criminal justice and access to justice, particularly through feminist lenses. Additionally, topics will cover transport law and the complexities of human-autonomy interaction, procedural law amid technological disruptions, and the contrasting narratives surrounding AI and its regulation.The ALSA Law and Technology Conference invites submissions from scholars and practitioners worldwide, providing a vibrant platform for debate and exchange of ideas. Previous conferences have successfully unified law and technology scholars from diverse backgrounds, facilitating clear discussions on complex legal concepts. This year's focus promises to reflect on the disruptive characteristics of technology, engaging participants in innovative thinking and critical exploration of its implications. Participants will have the opportunity to contribute their insights on pressing issues such as data privacy, the responsibilities of developers and deployers in device automation, and the evolving narrative of AI as either a tool or an autonomous entity. The conference also encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, inviting co-authorship among submitters. Selected full papers