Abhivardhan is a Technology Law Specialist and an AI Governance Consultant. He is honoured to serve as the Chairperson & Managing Trustee of the Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law and as the Managing Partner at Indic Pacific Legal Research.
Throughout his journey, he has gained valuable experience in Technology Law & Policy, Artificial Intelligence Governance, International Space Law, Technology & Intellectual Property Law, Digital Competition Law, and Indo-Pacific Studies.
With deep respect for the field, Abhivardhan has been fortunate to contribute to esteemed law, technology, and policy publications & forums, including G20 Brazil (Startup20 2024), the South Asian University, Commonwealth Legal Education Association and others. His book, "Artificial Intelligence Ethics and International Law: An Introduction" (2nd edition, 2024, originally published in 2019), modestly represents his exploration of the important connection between artificial intelligence and ethical considerations. Emphasizing the significance of an Indic approach to AI Ethics, Abhivardhan aims to bring diverse perspectives on AI and technology law to the table.
Abhivardhan is also the author of India's first privately proposed artificial intelligence regulation, AIACT.IN (currently at Version 3).
Alongside his consulting and policy advocacy, he has been involved in both authoring and editing books, focusing on public international law and its relationship with artificial intelligence. Some of his notable books, reports and research publications also include:
• 2020 Handbook on AI and International Law [RHB 2020 ISAIL] (2021)
• 2021 Handbook on AI and International Law [RHB 2021 ISAIL] (2022)
• Deciphering Artificial Intelligence Hype and its Legal-Economic Risks, VLiGTA-TR-001 (2022)
• Deciphering Regulative Methods for Generative AI, VLiGTA-TR-002 (2023)
• Reinventing & Regulating Policy Use Cases of Web3 for India, VLiGTA-TR-004 (2023)
• The Policy Purpose of a Multipolar Agenda for India, IPLR-IG-001 (2023)
• Legal Strategies for Open Source Artificial Intelligence Practices, IPLR-IG-004 (2024)
• A New Artificial Intelligence Strategy for India and the Artificial Intelligence (Development & Regulation) Bill, 2023 (2023-2024)
If you are interested in connecting and engaging with his pragmatic insights, you can find Abhivardhan on LinkedIn.
Brands.
Abhivardhan has cultivated a set of law and policy brands over the course of 5+ years of his entrepreneurial journey and career as a Technology Law Specialist & an AI Governance Consultant, in digital media, podcasting, legal innovation and law & policy.
Bylines.
Abhivardhan writes about various topics, ranging from international technology law to even nuances of philosophy and entrepreneurship.
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Non-fiction | Technology Law
AI Ethics and International Law [Originally Published in 2019]
Research | Technology Law
Promoting Economy of Innovation through Explainable AI, VLiGTA-TR-003
Research | Technology Law
Deciphering Artificial Intelligence Hype and its Legal-Economic Risks, VLiGTA-TR-001
Research | Technology Law
Reinventing & Regulating Policy Use Cases of Web3 for India, VLiGTA-TR-004
Research | Technology Law
Deciphering Regulative Methods for Generative AI, VLiGTA-TR-002
Research | Indo-Pacific
Regularizing Artificial Intelligence Ethics in the Indo-Pacific, GLA-TR-002
Welcome.
My name is Abhivardhan.
I am an Entrepreneur, a Technology Law Specialist and an AI Governance Consultant.
This is my personal website & blog.
Speaking and Work Interests
Technology Law & Policy, Artificial Intelligence Governance, International Space Law, Technology & Intellectual Property Law, Digital Competition Law, and Indo-Pacific Studies
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Mentored and nurtured a thriving community
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What Do I Do?
I provide specialized consulting services to technology and policy professionals, addressing complex challenges with a focus on practical solutions and strategic insights.
In the AI policy and ethics industry, I contribute high-quality research to advance knowledge and establish best practices. My work spans various publications, including significant contributions to the Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law.
I mentor students in law, policy, and technology, offering guidance in academic pursuits, skill development, and career decisions. My mentorship aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders in these fields.
Additionally, I build influential brands in the law and policy sectors, including The Bharat Pacific and Visual Legal Analytica, leveraging my expertise to foster innovation and thought leadership.
Indic Pacific Legal Research
Managing Partner
Head of Research & Innovation
Vidhitsa Law Institute of Global and Technology Affairs (VLiGTA®)
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Indian Society of Artificial Intelligence and Law [Charitable Trust]
Founder, Chairperson & Managing Trustee