Artificial intelligence 'promising and problematic' for courts, chief justice says
He says courts need money and time to adapt while using new technologies to improve access and efficiency.
- On Tuesday, Chief Justice Richard Wagner held his annual press conference, addressing artificial intelligence's role in Canadian courtrooms and the justice system's need to adapt.
- Society is grappling with the emergence of machine learning and online tools that can process vast amounts of data almost instantly, creating new pressures on institutions.
- Wagner stated that artificial intelligence is proving both promising and problematic for courts, particularly as distinguishing fact from fiction has become more difficult and more important.
- New technologies offer opportunities to improve access and efficiency in courts, Wagner noted, though realizing these benefits requires thoughtful implementation.
- The Chief Justice emphasized that courts must adapt quickly and thoughtfully to these tools, requiring investments of money and time to maintain public trust in the justice system.
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Artificial intelligence 'promising and problematic' for courts, chief justice says
OTTAWA - Chief Justice Richard Wagner says artificial intelligence is proving to be both promising and problematic for Canadian courtrooms.
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Durham Radio NewsArtificial intelligence ‘promising and problematic’ for courts, chief justice says
OTTAWA — Chief Justice Richard Wagner says artificial intelligence is proving to be both promising and problematic for Canadian courtrooms. At his annual news conference today, Wagner said distinguishing fact from fiction has become more difficult — and more important — in a time when information can be generated and shared rapidly. Society is grappling with the emergence of machine learning and online tools that can process a wide range of data…
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