Agilent Technologies (A) has disclosed a new risk, in the Innovation / R&D category.

Agilent Technologies faces significant risks in integrating artificial intelligence into its operations and offerings, as the technology's nascent stage presents potential challenges such as flawed algorithms and biased data. These issues could result in regulatory penalties, legal liabilities, and reputational damage, affecting the company's competitiveness in the evolving market. Additionally, AI use raises concerns regarding intellectual property, data privacy, and ethical compliance, potentially leading to intellectual property loss or infringement issues. The rapidly changing legal landscape around AI further complicates matters, posing uncertainties regarding future compliance costs and potential regulatory scrutiny.