A recent dispute between Fastcase, Inc. and Alexi Technologies, Inc. has captured attention in the legal tech space. At issue is whether a 2021 data license permitted Alexi to use Fastcase’s legal research data to train its AI-driven platform. This case underscores a critical point for all businesses: legacy licensing agreements often lack explicit provisions for emerging technologies like generative AI.

As AI adoption accelerates, companies should review their existing license agreements to ensure clarity on permissible uses—especially for data training. Ambiguities can lead to costly litigation and strained partnerships.

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If you have questions about how this development might impact your licensing strategy or need guidance on drafting AI-specific provisions, feel free to contact me.