Name
Alex Shandro
Job Title
Partner
Company
A&O Shearman
Speaker Bio
Alex is recognised as a leading expert in the legal issues arising from AI. He is a strategic adviser on AI to the boards and senior leaders of some of the world's largest corporates and institutions. His AI practice spans the full spectrum of IP, data, and regulatory issues associated with the development and deployment of AI, as well as the many forms of contract by which businesses access and build AI. He provides strategic advice on mitigating AI risks, innovative governance solutions, and AI transactions across the 'buy / build / collaborate' spectrum. He also advises on the AI-specific risks in M&A and investments. His AI practice has led to him being shortlisted as an Innovative Practitioner at the Financial Times' Innovative Lawyer Awards 2025.