TY - BOOK AU - Pokhariyal,Purvi AU - Paṭela,Arcanā AU - Nautiyal,Navtika Singh AU - Mishra,Ambrish Kumar TI - Emerging technology and the law: bridging the gap between innovation and regulation T2 - Routledge research in the law of emerging technologies SN - 9781041062639 U1 - 343.0999 PY - 2026/// CY - London PB - Routledge KW - Technological innovations-Law and legislation KW - Artificial intelligence-Law and legislation KW - Technology-Moral and ethical aspects N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - "This book explores the multifaceted implications of technological innovation on legal systems, addressing how emerging technologies enhance, challenge, and necessitate reform in legal practice and governance, with a focus on Artificial Intelligence, Big Data and Blockchain. Technological advancements have profoundly reshaped every facet of human life, including the realm of law and governance. From automating legal research and drafting to revolutionizing court proceedings through e-court automation, AI-driven systems are transforming the legal landscape. These advancements bring unprecedented efficiency but also pose critical legal, ethical, and technical challenges. By delving into applications such as predictive justice, document mining, online dispute resolution, and AI governance, this book provides insights into the opportunities and complexities of integrating technology into law. Addressing key topics such as automating legal decision-making, safeguarding data privacy, and the ethical use of AI in the justice system. Through in-depth analysis and case studies, this book bridges the gap between technological innovation and regulatory systems, ensuring that the future of law incorporates robust mechanisms to meet emerging challenges. The book will be of interest to researchers in the field of the law of emerging technologies, regulation, governance, artificial intelligence and data science"-- Provided by publisher ER -