The Future Of
The Future Of AI and Intellectual Property
July 30, 2025
This episode explores the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and intellectual property (IP), featuring legal experts Brooke Quist and Michael Wiggins. The discussion covers the current and future impact of AI on legal practices, especially in patent, copyright, and data use. Key takeaways include the challenges of integrating AI into law, the importance of proprietary datasets, legal and ethical considerations for AI-driven IP, and guidance for organizations in managing AI risks and opportunities.
0:43 - Introduction
Jeff Dance introduces the podcast theme and guests Brooke Quist and Michael Wiggins.

3:00 - Guests’ Journeys into Intellectual Property
Brooke and Michael share their personal and professional journeys into IP law.

5:53 - AI’s Impact in Legal Practice  
Discussion of how AI is beginning to impact the legal sector.

13:11 - Strengths and Weaknesses of AI in Legal Work
Examination of where AI is valuable and where limitations persist.

15:12 - AI and Intellectual Property Landscape
Brooke provides definitions and the current legal landscape for IP and AI.

22:20 - Business and Policy Implications 
Michael discusses broader impacts of AI and differences across industries.

30:21 - Building Proprietary vs. Third-Party AI Solutions 
Guidance for organizations considering AI adoption.

35:22 - Managing Shadow AI and Governance 
Practical steps for companies to manage unauthorized use of AI (Shadow AI).

43:45 - The Future of AI in IP and Workforce Training  
Anticipating the future and preparing for ongoing changes.

50:08 - Future Opportunities and Ethical Principles  
Opportunities, challenges, and ethical concerns going forward.

1:05:54 - Personal Excitement About AI Advancements  
Guest perspectives on the most exciting future AI developments.

1:09:10 - Closing Remarks
Jeff Dance wraps up the discussion and thanks the guests.

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About the Show

“The Future Of” is a podcast by Fresh Consulting, hosted by Jeff Dance, where we discuss and explore the future of various industries, markets, and technology. Join us as we chat with leaders and experts to learn how we can shape the future human experience.


Previous guests include: Gurdeep Pall of Microsoft, Carolyn Belle of Astroscale, Kane Simms of VUX World, Rogger Kibbe of Samsung Research America, Rob Tiffany of Sustainable Logix, Katrina Stevens of Tech Interactive, 

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