Yasmina Riega-Virú

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Yasmina Riega-Virú is a legal scholar whose work sits at the intersection of criminal law and emerging technologies. Her primary research focus is the evolving framework of criminal liability in the age of artificial intelligence, a field where she has made foundational contributions by systematically mapping the legal and ethical challenges posed by autonomous systems. Her most-cited paper, "Criminal Liability and Artificial Intelligence: A Systematic Review of the Scientific Literature" (2025), provides a comprehensive synthesis of global scholarship, identifying critical gaps in how legal systems assign responsibility for AI-driven actions. This work has already garnered attention for its timely and rigorous analysis, offering a roadmap for legislators and jurists navigating uncharted legal terrain. Riega-Virú’s research is notable for its interdisciplinary approach, bridging computer science, ethics, and jurisprudence to address pressing questions of accountability. Her contributions are particularly significant as AI systems become more integrated into daily life, raising urgent questions about fault, intent, and punishment. For students and researchers in law and technology, her work serves as an essential starting point for understanding the legal implications of artificial intelligence.