The landmark session titled “Arbitration 2.0: Integration of Artificial Intelligence and other technologies to enhance the efficiency of arbitration” will take centre-stage at the Delhi Arbitration Weekend (DAW) 2025. This forward-thinking forum spotlights how AI and cutting-edge technologies are revolutionizing arbitration processes worldwide.
Event Details
• Date: 20 September 2025
• Time: 10:15 am – 11:45 pm
• Venue: Auditorium, S Block, High Court of Delhi
• Hosts: Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi, and Delhi International Arbitration Centre (DIAC)
Distinguished Panel
Chaired by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vikram Nath, Judge of the Supreme Court of India, the session brings together a diverse panel merging judicial gravitas with global arbitration expertise:
• Hon’ble Mr. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh– Judge, Madras High Court, known for his progressive judicial approach to commercial disputes and arbitration.
• Tushar Mehta– Learned Solicitor General of India, bringing valuable government insights on legal reforms and dispute resolution policies.
• Mark Dempsey SC– Independent arbitrator with extensive experience in international arbitration and technology-driven dispute resolution.
• Tim Lord KC– Partner at Brick Court Chambers, a leading practitioner known for his command over arbitration law and advocacy in complex international cases.
Discussion Highlights
The discussion will provide a comprehensive exploration of how AI-driven tools can streamline case management, enhance evidence analysis and review, and dramatically improve procedural efficiency. This session also seeks to identify the ethical, regulatory, and practical challenges that arise as arbitration embraces digital solutions, alongside strategies to preserve fairness, confidentiality, and procedural integrity.
Participants will gain deeper insights into emerging trends such as automated document review, predictive analytics, virtual hearings, and blockchain applications in arbitration. The session aims to empower arbitrators, counsel, and institutional administrators with practical knowledge on adopting technology to deliver faster, more affordable, and accurate dispute resolution outcomes.
About the Delhi Arbitration Weekend (DAW)
The Delhi Arbitration Weekend is India’s premier international arbitration forum, spanning seven days and bringing together jurists, practitioners, academics, institutional leaders, and policymakers from across the globe. It offers a vibrant platform for debate, training, and collaboration on a diverse range of arbitration topics including environmental concerns, investment disputes, enforcement of awards, and emerging regulatory challenges. DAW stands as a testament to India’s growing role as a leading arbitration seat by promoting international best practices grounded in Indian realities.
About the Hosts
The session is jointly organized by the Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi, and Delhi International Arbitration Centre (DIAC). These institutions lead India’s quantum leap toward a tech-enabled arbitration ecosystem, committed to innovation and modernization while preserving the essential tenets of justice and fairness. Together, they champion a future-ready arbitration framework reinforcing India’s stature as a preferred international dispute resolution hub.