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James Grimmelman

The Tessler Family Professor of Digital and Information Law at Cornell Tech and Cornell Law School. His research focuses on legal aspects of software, social networks, and other technologies.

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Mar 19, 2025 • 53min

James Grimmelmann on the copyright threat to AI companies

James Grimmelmann, a Cornell law professor and copyright expert, discusses the complex legal landscape of AI and copyright. He explores the fine line between fair use and infringement, referencing pivotal cases like Google Books. Grimmelmann highlights concerns about generative AI's ability to reproduce copyrighted material, emphasizing the potential impact on copyright holders. The conversation also covers the slow-moving legislative response and suggests future rulings could favor large companies negotiating licensing deals, reshaping the tech industry.
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Feb 21, 2025 • 31min

Introducing On Point: The Internet Archive is in danger

James Grimmelmann, a professor of digital and information law at Cornell Tech, joins Brewster Kahle, founder of the Internet Archive. They dive into the vital role of the Internet Archive and its Wayback Machine in preserving digital history. The discussion highlights the looming copyright lawsuits that threaten its existence. Grimmelmann unpacks the complexities of digital lending and the struggles between archival accessibility and copyright laws. Their insights emphasize the need to protect our digital heritage in an increasingly legal battleground.
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Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 26min

Lawfare Daily: Democratic Backsliding and the Role of Technology

Aziz Huq, a constitutional law expert, joins digital law scholar James Grimmelmann, cybersecurity journalist Joseph Cox, and innovation policy specialist Orly Lobel to discuss the interplay of technology and democratic backsliding. They explore how AI and automated systems influence immigration enforcement and journalism's decline. Historical insights illuminate technology's dual role in both enhancing and threatening democratic processes. The panel emphasizes the urgent need for scrutiny of tech’s impact on governance in today's political landscape.

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