Smith, Gildea & Schmidt leads the legal response as Maryland legislation awaits the governor’s signature.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to disrupt how content is created, shared, and interpreted, new concerns are rising — especially in the legal world. A growing focus is now being placed on AI content detection, watermarking AI-generated material, and identifying AI fraud in court proceedings.
A recent Brookings Institution article provides a timely overview of how “AI fingerprints” can be identified using emerging technologies like watermarking, content provenance, and machine-learning-based detectors.
Key AI Content Detection Techniques:
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AI Watermarking: Embedding hidden digital markers in AI-generated text, images, or audio.
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Content Provenance Tools: Tracking the origin and history of digital content.
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Retrieval-Based Matching: Comparing suspect content with known AI-generated material.
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Post-Hoc AI Detection: Using algorithms to identify patterns unique to generative models like GPT or DALL·E.
Maryland’s Groundbreaking AI Bill: SB655
In a major policy development, Maryland Senate Bill 655, the Artificial Intelligence Evidence Act, is now on Governor Wes Moore’s desk. If signed, this bill will establish procedures for courts to evaluate whether content presented as evidence may have been created by artificial intelligence.
This legislation may pave the way for mandatory watermarking or AI disclosures in legal settings — making Maryland one of the first states to address AI transparency through law.
Legal Industry Taking Action: Smith, Gildea & Schmidt
Recognizing the high stakes, Smith, Gildea & Schmidt, LLC, a prominent Maryland law firm, has announced it is training all attorneys and staff in:
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Ethical AI use in legal practice
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Identifying AI-generated fraud
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Best practices for handling AI-influenced cases
Their initiative reflects a growing trend of legal professionals preparing for a future where AI-generated content in courtrooms may become routine.
Call to Action: Facing AI Issues in Your Legal Case?
If you’re involved in a case that may include AI-generated evidence, deepfakes, or synthetic content, Smith, Gildea & Schmidt is positioned as a forward-thinking firm ready to support clients with AI-related legal concerns. Their team is on the cutting edge of AI legal training and fraud detection.
Learn More
📖 Read the full Brookings article on AI fingerprinting and watermarking
📜 Track Maryland Senate Bill 655 – Artificial Intelligence Evidence Act
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