Legal Challenges in the Age of Technological Advancement

On January 14, 2025, the Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized an academic seminar entitled “Criminal Responsibility Arising from the Use of Artificial Intelligence Technologies in the Commission of International Crimes.” The seminar was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Abdullah Shakhawan and was attended by a number of faculty members of the Faculty of Law.

The seminar addressed the most prominent legal challenges related to criminal responsibility for international crimes committed through the use of artificial intelligence technologies, with particular emphasis on the difficulties faced by international criminal law in keeping pace with rapid technological advancements.


Alignment with SDG 9 and SDG 16

This seminar aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , particularly:

SDG Focus
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure Supporting innovation and the responsible use of technology
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Promoting justice and building strong legal institutions capable of addressing emerging challenges

Keywords: Criminal Responsibility, Artificial Intelligence, International Crimes, AI Ethics, Responsible Tech, Conflict Resolution, International Criminal Law, Legal Challenges, Technological Advancement, SDG 9, SDG 16, Faculty of Law, Tishk International University, Assistant Lecturer Abdullah Shakhawan, Justice, Strong Institutions, Innovation, Responsible Technology Use, AI Regulation, Legal Frameworks