SMU Newsroom · 9 Sep, 07:02 · Artificial Intelligence briefing

Singapore Management University partners with Legora to bring agentic AI to its law school

Singapore Management University has announced a strategic partnership with Legora to integrate agentic artificial intelligence into its law school curriculum.

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Singapore Management University has announced a strategic partnership with Legora to integrate agentic artificial intelligence into its law school curriculum. This initiative aims to enhance legal education by embedding advanced AI tools that can autonomously perform complex tasks, such as legal research and document analysis. The collaboration seeks to bridge the gap between traditional legal training and modern technological capabilities, ensuring that future legal professionals are equipped to navigate an increasingly digitised landscape. This development marks a significant shift in how legal expertise is taught and applied in academic settings.

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