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Is the Brussels Effect Real? European AI Regulation in Comparative Perspective

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Is the Brussels Effect Real? European AI Regulation in Comparative Perspective (5055): This course uses the Brussels Effect as a framework to assess its relevance to contemporary technology regulation, focusing on artificial intelligence. It asks whether EU AI regulation is emerging as a global reference model or whether AI governance is instead developing along fragmented or competing paths. Adopting a comparative legal approach, the course examines AI governance across major jurisdictions, beginning with the European Union and extending to the United States, South America, and Asia. It concentrates on three regulatory pillars: data protection, with emphasis on the GDPR and its application to AI systems; ex ante obligations for developers and deployers under the EU AI Act; and liability regimes addressing harms caused by software and AI systems, including the revised EU Product Liability Directive. Elements used in grading: Class participation, written assignments (see syllabus for details). Cross-listed with International Policy (INTLPOL 360E). Meets outside the Law School.

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Is the Brussels Effect Real? European AI Regulation in Comparative Perspective | LAW 5055 Section 01 Class #31972

  • 2 Units
  • Grading: Law Honors/Pass/Restrd Cr/Fail
  • 2025-2026 Spring
    Schedule No Longer Available
  • Enrollment Limitations: 21
  • Learning Outcomes Addressed:
    • LO1 - Substantive and Procedural Law
    • LO2 - Legal Analysis and Reasoning
    • LO4 - Ability to Communicate Effectively in Writing
    • LO5 - Ability to Communicate Orally
  • Course Category:
    • Comparative Law & International Law
    • Intellectual Property & Technology

Notes: Cross-listed with International Policy (INTLPOL 360E). Meets outside the Law School.

  • 2025-2026 Spring
    Schedule No Longer Available
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