Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept in international arbitration. It’s here—embedded in daily workflows and reshaping how disputes are managed from start to finish. While much has been said about AI’s potential, this post focuses on how it’s actually being used in practice right now.

Smart contracts are rapidly shaping the future of blockchain and digital assets — and with them comes a wave of new disputes, questions, and opportunities for arbitration. Sean McCarthy, co-editor of Transforming Arbitration: Exploring the Impact of AI, Blockchain, Metaverse and Web3 and co-founder of ArbTech, gives his insights on what practitioners need to know.

The not-for-profit American Arbitration Association (AAA) is the largest private global provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services in the world, with nearly 100 years of experience.

The International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR) is the international division of AAA. The ICDR is the foremost provider of global conflict-resolution solutions to businesses and organizations involved in cross-border disputes.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has officially entered the arbitration room. No longer limited to legal tech conferences or speculative panels, AI is now actively reshaping how arbitrators, counsel, and institutions conduct and manage disputes. In 2025, the legal industry is transitioning from discussion to deployment.

As AI becomes woven into the fabric of legal practice, international arbitration must shift focus from if to how we adopt it—and crucially, under what framework.

Enter Constitutional AI.

Today, I want to briefly explore a quieter, more psychological dimension of the rise of AI in judicial systems — specifically, how the human mind responds to algorithms that can now summarize vast amounts of data faster, and in many cases more coherently, than we can.

Held on 10 June 2025 at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the AAA–ICDR’s Future Dispute Resolution Conference brought together global experts in arbitration, mediation, and legal tech. The event explored how Artificial Intelligence (AI)* and emerging technologies are transforming international dispute resolution. Across five sessions, speakers discussed new tools, ethical frameworks, and evolving practices that are reshaping how disputes are handled.

Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) are no longer fringe experiments. From crypto-native collectives to community-governed platforms, DAOs are reshaping how groups organize, fund, and govern themselves. But as these novel structures evolve, the legalframeworks surrounding them struggle to keep up.

From gamified incentives to blockchain loyalty schemes, crypto points are quickly becoming one of the most discussed phenomena in the Web3 ecosystem. But what are crypto points, how do they work, and what are the legal risks surrounding them?

From clients and regulators to young legal talent, the legal industry is being asked tough questions about sustainability, particularly in dispute resolution. Fortunately, technology is offering powerful solutions. BundleCorp, a leader in digital bundling, is helping firms take meaningful strides toward greener litigation and arbitration without compromising on efficiency or compliance.

This article examines how traditional legal systems are grappling with the decentralised and borderless nature of Web 3.0 by analysing two pivotal cases,Tulip Trading Ltd v Bitcoin Association and Consensys v SEC, which were selected for their contrasting legal contexts but shared significance in testing whether existing legal doctrines can meaningfully adapt to decentralised technologies, or whether such technologies will be reshaped or even undermined by the pressures of legal enforcement.

On 19 February 2025, a panel of arbitration experts gathered in New York to explore how emerging technologies—particularly artificial intelligence (“AI”)—are reshaping international arbitration. The discussion, titled “From Today to Tomorrow: Tech-Driven Arbitration,” was hosted by the AAA-ICDR and ArbTech and moderated by Mihaela Apostol (ArbTech, London).

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to automate repetitive tasks, increase efficiencies, and reduce costs, making it an attractive option to make lawyers and legal staff more productive, and create new roles. However, AI also challenges our notions of fairness and due process, which are the cornerstones of the rule of law, and essential aspects of international arbitration. In particular, the issue of bias in AI and the lack of transparency and explainability in AI models could affect the validity and reliability of evidence obtained through AI.

Explore how arbitral institutions and international organisations are embracing technology to revolutionise case management and dispute resolution processes. This page highlights cutting-edge initiatives and resources aimed at streamlining arbitration, from innovative submission systems to tailored guidelines and specialized rules for tech-related disputes.

SCC Arbitration Institute (SCC) has provided world-class dispute resolution services since 1917. SCC is independent, progressive, and reliable, with the needs of Swedish and international business always at the centre of its work. Every year, SCC receives an average of between 150 to 200 new cases, involving parties from over 40 different jurisdictions.

With the fast-paced development of AI systems, the need to regulate such new technologies arose rapidly. Europe is taking the lead in regulating AI, particularly with two key initiatives in this space: (i) the adoption on 21 May 2024, of the EU Artificial Intelligence Act (namely, Regulation 2024/1689) (“EU AI Act”); and (ii) the adoption on 17 May 2024 of the Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law (“AI Convention”) by the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe (“CoE”).

In a remarkable demonstration of AI capabilities, this podcast, hosted by André Guskow, explores the future of digital government, public procurement, and contracting in Brazil. This AI-powered episode showcases how modern technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and smart contracts, are reshaping public procurement and governance.

This guide will help you understand the role AI plays in arbitration, the challenges it introduces, and the future outlook, providing you with the insights needed to navigate this evolving landscape.

Mixed Reality (MR) is an emerging technology that blends the physical and digital worlds. As MR technology becomes more sophisticated, it presents unique legal challenges. This blog delves into some of the legal considerations related too MR in the legal sector, focusing on data security, intellectual property, product liability, and the implications of MR in arbitration.

Virtual Reality (VR) is rapidly transforming the legal landscape, offering innovative tools for legal professionals and arbitration practitioners. As this immersive technology becomes more integrated into legal practices, it’s crucial to understand the legal considerations associated with VR. This blog explores the key legal issues surrounding VR in LegalTech, with a focus on privacy, intellectual property, product liability, and accessibility.