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Is the unpredictability of AI outcomes a legal time bomb?

12. August 2023
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Key Facts
  • Legal issues relating to the liability of AI systems could significantly change contracts and general terms and conditions.
  • AIs are based on mathematical probabilities, which leads to unpredictability and challenges current legal concepts.
  • Defective decisions by AI: Responsibility of programmers, providers or end users is unclear.
  • In the world of AI, T&Cs must take specific risks and peculiarities into account.
  • Liability can be transferred within multiple parties and through complex contractual structures.
  • The unpredictability of AI results remains a controversial and debatable topic for lawyers.
  • A new legal framework could be necessary to overcome AI-related challenges.

Through two recent mandates and some conversations in the last few days, I became aware of a fascinating legal issue that could pose a significant legal challenge to courts in the future. This issue has the potential to profoundly change the formulation of contracts and T&Cs for AI providers. Therefore, I invite colleagues from the legal industry as well as AI experts to take on this topic and explore it further. It is essential that we deal with these possible changes in good time.

Can you be liable for an outcome that you cannot predict?

Most AI systems, especially those based on LLM (Language Model), produce results that are essentially based on mathematical probabilities. This means that the outcome is not always predictable, even when the AI is working correctly. In a world where precision and accuracy are often critical, this unpredictability can create significant challenges.

This topic not only touches on the content of my article yesterday,“Legal Aspects of Using AI in Marketing,” but also extends to other application areas. Think of using AI in investments, analyzing images, detecting diseases on X-rays, or analyzing business information. In all these areas, the question arises: When does the technically determined mathematical (in)probability become a legal error? And to what extent must providers explicitly refer to this unpredictability and the associated risks in their GTCs or contracts? It is a complex dilemma that requires both technical and legal considerations and has the potential to fundamentally change the way we think about AI and the law.

T&Cs in the AI world: A balancing act between protection and liability

Traditionally, software developers and SaaS providers are responsible for the results of their products. They can only exclude their liability to a limited extent. But in the era of artificial intelligence, we are entering new territory. In AI systems, especially those based on complex algorithms and machine learning, the results are inherently unpredictable. This challenges the traditional legal framework.

It is not only a question of liability, but also of transparency and education towards users. For example, if an AI system makes a decision based on probability rather than fixed rules, to what extent must the provider inform the user? And how detailed does this information need to be?

In addition, traditional T&Cs developed for standardized software products or services may no longer be sufficient for AI products. It may be necessary to add specific clauses or sections to address the specifics and potential risks of AI. This could also mean that vendors need to actively educate their customers about the limitations and nature of the AI technologies they use.

Overall, the legal industry faces the challenge of adapting traditional legal concepts to the dynamic and often elusive world of AI. It will be exciting to see how this discussion evolves in the coming years and what new regulations and practices will take hold.

The dilemma of liability: Who bears the responsibility?

If an AI system makes a mistake that leads to legal problems, who is responsible? The programmer who developed the system? The vendor that provides the AI? Or the end user who uses the AI? This dilemma is particularly relevant when the basic logic of the system does not allow to predict the outcome.

However, the complexity of these legal issues increases further when considering how AI systems might be used in practice. Imagine that a company does not use its own AI directly, but accesses a third-party AI via an API, as is the case with ChatGPT, for example. In such a scenario, several parties could be involved: the developer of the original AI, the provider of the API, the service provider integrating the AI into its own platform, and finally the end user. In such a complex network, who is liable if something goes wrong?

The question of liability within such a contractual chain becomes a central concern. There could be situations where multiple parties are partially liable or where liability is passed from one party to the next. This could lead to complicated legal disputes, especially if cross-border aspects come into play.

Clearly, traditional legal frameworks and contractual structures need to be rethought and adapted to address the unique challenges and complexities created by the use of AI technologies. It will be crucial to create clear and understandable contractual terms that clearly define the rights and obligations of all parties involved.

Future prospects: an open topic worthy of discussion

It is clear that the issue of liability in AI is a complex and contentious topic that will be intensely debated in the coming years. While some argue that traditional liability rules are sufficient, others believe that a new legal framework is needed to address the unique challenges of AI.

In conclusion, the unpredictability of AI outcomes is an exciting and challenging topic for both lawyers and technology experts. It remains to be seen how courts and legislators will respond to this challenge. One thing is certain, however: the discussion has only just begun.

Although today is Saturday and many are enjoying their free time, I felt the need to put these thoughts on “paper” for once. Who says that weekends are only for relaxing 😉.

Marian Härtel
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Marian Härtel ist Rechtsanwalt und Fachanwalt für IT-Recht mit einer über 25-jährigen Erfahrung als Unternehmer und Berater in den Bereichen Games, E-Sport, Blockchain, SaaS und Künstliche Intelligenz. Seine Beratungsschwerpunkte umfassen neben dem IT-Recht insbesondere das Urheberrecht, Medienrecht sowie Wettbewerbsrecht. Er betreut schwerpunktmäßig Start-ups, Agenturen und Influencer, die er in strategischen Fragen, komplexen Vertragsangelegenheiten sowie bei Investitionsprojekten begleitet. Dabei zeichnet sich seine Beratung durch einen interdisziplinären Ansatz aus, der juristische Expertise und langjährige unternehmerische Erfahrung miteinander verbindet. Ziel seiner Tätigkeit ist stets, Mandanten praxisorientierte Lösungen anzubieten und rechtlich fundierte Unterstützung bei der Umsetzung innovativer Geschäftsmodelle zu gewährleisten.

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