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INDUSTRY NEWS

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 Beyond Keywords: GenAI is Rewriting the Rules of Early Case Assessment

 

GenAI is transforming early case assessment (ECA) by enabling faster, more accurate, and cost-effective document analysis through contextual understanding and multilingual capabilities. This shift helps legal teams make better decisions while reducing costs and making discovery more accessible to all parties.

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Managing Emerging Data in eDiscovery: Lessons from LegalTechTalk 2025

 

 Legal discovery is rapidly evolving as emerging data sources like chat, cloud, and AI content reshape workflows and risk management. At LegalTechTalk 2025, experts from EY, A&O Shearman, and Michael Sarlo from HaystackID emphasized the need for new strategies, strong governance, and responsible GenAI use to stay ahead.

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 HaystackID Advances to Band 2 in 2025 Chambers Litigation Support Guide, Recognized for Industry-Leading Expertise

 

HaystackID advanced to Band 2 in the 2025 Chambers Litigation Support Guide, its highest ranking yet, recognizing its expertise in complex, high-stakes matters. Ashish Prasad was once again awarded a Band 1 individual ranking, a designation achieved by only a select number of eDiscovery professionals in the United States.

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HaystackID Recognized in
2025 Chambers Crisis & Risk Management Guide for Cyber Investigations and Global Advisory Excellence

 

 HaystackID was ranked Band 3 in the 2025 Chambers Crisis & Risk Management Guide for its cyber investigation expertise. Chambers researchers highlighted HaystackID's ability to deliver focused support across cyber incident response, ransomware recovery, and compliance investigations.

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EDUCATIONAL WEBCASTS

 [Webcast Transcript] Make Your ECA Process Work for You: GenAI’s Role in Enhanced Legal Decision-Making

 

HaystackID and eDiscovery AI experts explain how traditional ECA methods are falling short amid growing data volumes and tighter timelines. They shared how generative AI can enhance ECA with contextual, human-like reasoning, offering practical strategies to improve accuracy, defensibility, and efficiency.

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[Webcast] Detecting the Undetectable: Deepfakes Under the Digital Forensic Microscope (August 6, 2025)

 

 HaystackID’s upcoming webcast will explore the growing threat of deepfakes in legal and investigative contexts, from fake evidence to fraud. Experts will share how digital forensic professionals can detect, analyze, and address deepfakes using AI tools, metadata analysis, and authenticity verification methods.

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

ACEDS #DataUnmasked
with Jeffrey Fleming

 

 During the latest ACEDS #DataUnmasked livestream, HaystackID’s Jeffrey Fleming shared strategies for bridging the gap between cyber and legal teams. He emphasized the need for clearer communication, actionable risk assessment, and stronger cross-functional preparedness.

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 EDRM Illumination Zone
with Young Yu

 

  In the latest EDRM Illumination Zone podcast, HaystackID’s Young Yu shared how to implement GenAI in eDiscovery with clear instructions, testing, and transparency. He emphasized balancing innovation with legal defensibility to ensure reliable, responsible use.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

2025 International Data Law Forum (IDLF)

 

+ July 17-18, 2025

+ Berlin, Germany

 

HaystackID is sponsoring the 2025 International Data Law Forum, a global event focused on the evolving challenges of international data laws and cross-border compliance. The forum will feature leading regulators, judges, and industry experts discussing how legal teams can navigate rapidly changing privacy and AI regulations across jurisdictions.

 

Expert Presentation
Diversity Under Pressure: Implementing an Effective DEI Program for the Cross-Border Legal Team

 

On Thursday, July 17, 2025, from 2:45–3:45 p.m. CET, Vazantha Meyers of HaystackID will join the panel Diversity Under Pressure: Implementing an Effective DEI Program for the Cross-Border Legal Team. The session will explore how legal teams can navigate regional differences in diversity mandates, manage sensitive personal data, and implement compliant, effective DEI programs in a global context.

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2025 Masters Conference New York

 

+ July 22-23, 2025

+ New York, NY 

 

HaystackID is sponsoring the 2025 Masters Conference New York, a two-day event bringing together legal, compliance, and technology professionals to address today’s most complex challenges, from AI and eDiscovery to cybersecurity and data governance. The conference will feature keynotes, panels, and workshops focused on fostering collaboration and practical solutions in an evolving legal landscape.

 

Expert Presentations
False Faces, True Evidence: Unmasking Deepfakes with Digital Forensics

 

On Tuesday, July 22, 2025, from 8:30–9:30 a.m. EDT, John Wilson of HaystackID will present False Faces, True Evidence: Unmasking Deepfakes with Digital Forensics. This session will examine the legal and investigative challenges posed by deepfakes and share practical techniques for detecting manipulated media, preserving evidence integrity, and protecting clients from digital deception.

 

Demystifying GenAI: What Legal Teams Really Need to Know

 

On Tuesday, July 23, 2025, from 11:00 a.m.–12 p.m. EDT, Esther Birnbaum of HaystackID will speak on the panel Demystifying GenAI: What Legal Teams Really Need to Know. The session will provide a practical, jargon-free look at how GenAI actually functions in legal workflows, equipping attendees with the clarity and confidence to navigate client conversations, internal collaboration, and strategic decision-making.

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National Association of Women Lawyers 2025 Annual Meeting

 

+ July 23-24, 2025

+ Chicago, IL 

 

The upcoming NAWL 2025 Annual Meeting, sponsored by HaystackID, will bring together legal professionals from across the country for a dynamic event focused on connection, professional growth, and social impact. With interactive sessions and diverse programming, the conference will celebrate women in law while addressing key topics like leadership, communication, and AI governance.

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ILTACON 2025

 

+ August 10-14, 2025

+ National Harbor, MD

 

ILTACON 2025 brings together legal professionals to address the challenges of streamlining legal operations, managing data, and standardizing services. Sponsored by HaystackID, the event features 80+ practitioner-led sessions and offers practical insights and peer networking through interactive programming and an exhibit hall.

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Discovery Insights is a selection of educational articles, activities, and announcements published monthly by HaystackID to inform, update, and inspire legal, compliance, and cybersecurity professionals operating in the eDiscovery ecosystem. To follow the latest industry and company updates, visit our blog at HaystackID.com/Insights.

About HaystackID®

HaystackID solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber requirements. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Cybersecurity, Core Intelligence AI™, and ReviewRight® Global Managed Review, supported by its unified CoreFlex™ service interface. Recognized globally by industry leaders, including Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID helps corporations and legal practices manage data gravity, where information demands action, and workflow gravity, where critical requirements demand coordinated expertise, delivering innovative solutions with a continual focus on security, privacy, and integrity. Learn more at HaystackID.com.

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