Authority Without Authors
An independent newsletter by Madeleine Truter on AI governance, legal accountability and emerging technology, with a particular focus on South African law and the responsibilities of boards, general counsel and legal professionals.
Selected Writing
De Rebus · 1 July 2026
AI-generated evidence, deepfakes and synthetic documents are testing traditional assumptions about authenticity, proof and truth in South African law. This article examines what that means for courts, lawyers and legal accountability.
De Rebus · 23 June 2026
A reflection on the continuing influence of Johannes Voet in South African law, and what that tradition can teach us about legal authority, professional responsibility and accountability in an age of emerging technology.