Generative AI and Intellectual Property: Navigating the Risks
January 20 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Featured Speakers
Tony Orsi, patent agent and principal with Smart & Biggar LP. Tony assists clients with evaluating new technologies, pursuing patent protection globally, and providing strategic IP management services. He works in various technology areas including electrical, biomedical, fintech, AI, software, cleantech, and mechanical innovations. Tony also has practical experience working with ASICs as well as signal and image processing. Tony advises, mentors and speaks on IP for several organizations including the Spark Centre, Invest Nova Scotia, the Northern Ontario angels, and several universities.
Gurbir Sidhu, computer science engineer turned lawyer, with experience in assisting technology companies to develop, position, and monetize their IP assets. He has extensive experience in patent prosecution, IP due diligence, licensing, transactions, and IP analytics, with a focus on the engineering and high-tech sectors. His areas of expertise include software, artificial intelligence, CGI and animation, robotics, AR/VR technologies, FinTech, and aerospace. Outside of work, Gurbir is an Adjunct Professor at Conestoga College, where he enjoys teaching business and IP law.
What we’ll cover
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The role of AI in ideation and design and how it impacts ownership and originality.
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Key risks for patents, copyright, trade secrets, and trademarks when AI is part of the process.
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Practical strategies for documenting human contributions, safeguarding. confidential information, and ensuring compliance
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Emerging legal frameworks and what they mean for your IP strategy.
Participants will leave with actionable insights to use AI responsibly and maintain strong IP protection in an evolving legal landscape.
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