1、Global AI trends report Key legal issues for 2025IntroductionGiangiacomo Olivi Partner,Europe Co-Head of Intellectual Property,Data and Technology,MilanD+39 02 726 268 Simon ElliottPartner,Head of Data Privacy,Cybersecurity and AI for UK,Ireland and Middle East,LondonD+44 20 7246 As we enter 2025,we

2、 reflect on a period marking a paradigm shift in the adoption of artificial intelligence(AI).Major tech companies have poured more than US$150 billion into AI capital expenditure,1 the overall AI market has pushed past US$184 billion 2 and there are reports acknowledging near 300 AI use cases across

3、 various industries.3 Some organizations have evidently reaped these benefits,as valuations soar alongside the AI markets expansion.4 2024 unequivocally evidenced the ability of AI and its transformative potential to capture the focus of the market.The market is already crystallizing into its next p

4、hase.Now,deployment of AI is no longer a concept or trial.It has the potential to contribute US$15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030,5 and major tech companies are already predicted to spend up to US$250 billion on AI infrastructure in 2025 alone.6 In the upcoming years,we expect to see busin

5、ess models increasingly shift to being AI-driven at the same time as new global regulations emerge,such as those developing more robust protections ensuring safe and responsible AI development.And there will be strong emphasis on business leaders having sufficient knowledge of AI to effectively navi

6、gate this shifting landscape.It is apparent that the green light is on for organizations to unlock AIs potential,and it is forming central pillars in business strategy and investment decisions around the globe.However,it is imperative for businesses to be prepared before unlocking AIs potential.This