In a legal landscape increasingly shaped by emerging technologies, proper data collection is more critical—and more complex—than ever. In From AI Chatbots to Social Media: Data Collection in the Digital Age, Nicole Gill and Stephen Johnson break down the practical considerations attorneys and technologists must weigh when collecting data from novel sources like ChatGPT, WhatsApp, Snapchat, and more. The article outlines the risks of informal collection methods (like screenshots), explains how account type affects export capabilities, and highlights best practices for maintaining chain of custody and data integrity.

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