Social and Legal Aspects of the Transition to Industry 4.0

Discussion questions about the ethical nature and legal regulation have always been an integral part of the rapid development of information technology, robotics and artificial intelligence. Innovation will inevitably lead to social and legal changes, which can cause some difficulties for both business and countries, as well as for individuals. In the paper, we tried to highlight the trends and give an overview of the most common socio-legal issues that the Industry 4.0 concept raises. Working with extra-large amounts of data, machine learning, Internet of things and cloud storage each year increase the number of violations in the field of storage, use and transmission of data. This causes tension in society and creates people's distrust of technology. Also, intellectual property law receives new challenges related to the participation of artificial intelligence in the creation of intellectual property. Robots and artificial intelligence significantly change the labor market and compete with people in the field of employment. Studies and statistical indicators in these areas were examined, on the basis of which was concluded that it is necessary to develop standards and areas for further work.